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Mcelwain Elementary School

1020 Dawson Drive, Thornton, CO 80229, United States

+1 (720) 972-5500

http://mcelwain.adams12.org

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Mcelwain Elementary School Overview

About This School

Mcelwain Elementary School is a public elementary in Thornton, Colorado, serving 361 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 71% in English Language Arts, 63% in math, and 86% in science. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $88,804. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup includes 51% Hispanic, 31% Asian, 13% White, 4% Two or More Races, and 1% Black students.

361

Total Students

K-5

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

25 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Adams County

Students per Counselor

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Mcelwain Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 17.4:1

State Avg: 16:1

Students per Counselor

Mcelwain Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$88,804

City Avg: $82,329

State Avg: $72,711

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Students per Counselor:1

Mcelwain Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.63%

Male

47.37%

Female

Total Enrollment: 361 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White13.3%

Hispanic51.25%

Asian31.02%

Black0.83%

Two or More Races3.6%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mcelwain Elementary School

Q: What is Mcelwain Elementary School?

A: Mcelwain Elementary School is a elementary public located in Thornton.

Q: How many students attend Mcelwain Elementary School?

A: Mcelwain Elementary School has approximately 361 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcelwain Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Mcelwain Elementary School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Mcelwain Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Mcelwain Elementary School - Thornton, CO

Quick Facts about Mcelwain Elementary School
School Name	Mcelwain Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	1020 Dawson Drive, Thornton, CO 80229, Thornton, CO
County	Adams County
Phone	+1 (720) 972-5500
Total Students	361
Student-Teacher Ratio	14:1
Full-Time Teachers	25
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Mcelwain Elementary School

What is Mcelwain Elementary School?

Mcelwain Elementary School is a elementary public located in Thornton.

How many students attend Mcelwain Elementary School?

Mcelwain Elementary School has approximately 361 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcelwain Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mcelwain Elementary School is 14:1.

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