About the Data
This guide uses data from Denver Public Schools, the Colorado Department of Education, individual school websites, and Colorado Open Records Act requests. If you find any errors, please let us know. Keep in mind that corrections may be needed on other websites as well.
About the School
Steele Elementary places equal importance on providing students with the opportunity to grow academically, socially and emotionally. We understand our students' social and emotional well-being is critical to their academic achievement. Our staff prioritizes building strong relationships with students and families. Steele Elementary offers a rigorous educational program designed to...
Steele Elementary places equal importance on providing students with the opportunity to grow academically, socially and emotionally. We understand our students' social and emotional well-being is critical to their academic achievement. Our staff prioritizes building strong relationships with students and families. Steele Elementary offers a rigorous educational program designed to excite, challenge and engage students. Steele staff is committed to building a strong partnership with parents in order to provide the best education possible for our students. With the support of our amazing Parent Teachers Association, Steele is able to provide incredible specials programs including art, physical education, music and drama. Steele was a recipient of the Governor's Distinguished Improvement Award and the 2023 recipient of the John Irwin Award for School Excellence. We offer fee-based Discovery Link programming and enrichments by Extended Learning and Community Schools.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 89.2 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 75.1 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 86.5 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 73.1 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 73.1 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 95.7 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 97.7 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 77.6 % | 77.9 % | +0.3 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 65.6 % | 72.7 % | +7.1 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 94.1 % | NA | NA |
| White | 78.8 % | 78.9 % | +0.1 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | 29.4 % | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | 82.4 % | NA |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 70.5 % | 72.5 % | +2.0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 53.1 % | 54.5 % | +1.4 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 88.2 % | NA | NA |
| White | 72.4 % | 77 % | +4.6 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | 17.6 % | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | 77.5 % | NA |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 53 | 67 | +14.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | 69 | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | 60 | 64.5 | +4.5 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 53 | 67.5 | +14.5 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 56 | 69 | +13.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | 75 | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | 55 | 67 | +12.0 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 56 | 70.5 | +14.5 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
Academic Offerings
Special Programs Offered
Student Services & Supports
Special Education
Multi-Lingual Learners
Early Childhood
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
| Metric | In School Supensions | Out of School Suspensions | Referrals to Law Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 0.5 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Black or African American | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0.2 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Two or More Races | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| White | 0.2 % | 0 % | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 94 % |
| Truancy Rate | 2 % |