Bennett School District No. 29J
1,793 Students
6 Schools
District Overview
Located at 610 7th Street in Bennett, Colorado, Bennett School District No. 29J operates as an active, traditional public school district serving students from prekindergarten through 12th grade. Positioned within the greater Denver-Aurora-Centennial metropolitan region while maintaining a distinct, distant rural community setting, the district encompasses six operational schools. With an overall student population of 1,793 learners—comprising 862 female and 931 male students—the district offers a continuous educational pathway designed to support early childhood development, foundational elementary learning, and comprehensive secondary preparation.
A dedicated professional team powers the district's academic and operational mission, employing approximately 387 full-time equivalent staff members. This staffing structure features a core instructional force of roughly 182 full-time equivalent teachers, complemented by 25 instructional aides and nearly 180 support staff members who facilitate specialized learning needs, administrative functions, and essential student services. Reflecting a diverse community fabric, the student body includes 808 Hispanic students, 684 White students, 126 multiracial students, and 116 Black students, alongside American Indian, Asian, and Pacific Islander youth. Through its well-rounded staffing, broad grade offerings, and deep community ties, Bennett School District No. 29J remains committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment for all learners.
A dedicated professional team powers the district's academic and operational mission, employing approximately 387 full-time equivalent staff members. This staffing structure features a core instructional force of roughly 182 full-time equivalent teachers, complemented by 25 instructional aides and nearly 180 support staff members who facilitate specialized learning needs, administrative functions, and essential student services. Reflecting a diverse community fabric, the student body includes 808 Hispanic students, 684 White students, 126 multiracial students, and 116 Black students, alongside American Indian, Asian, and Pacific Islander youth. Through its well-rounded staffing, broad grade offerings, and deep community ties, Bennett School District No. 29J remains committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment for all learners.
6
Total Schools
1,793
Total Students
182.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 684 |
| Hispanic | 808 |
| Black | 116 |
| Asian | 26 |
| Two or More | 126 |
| American Indian | 26 |
| Pacific Islander | 7 |
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Hispanic808 (45.1%)
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White684 (38.1%)
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Two or More126 (7.0%)
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Black116 (6.5%)
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Asian26 (1.5%)
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American Indian26 (1.5%)
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Pacific Islander7 (0.4%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 3 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | 1 Charter School |
| Number of schools: | 6 |
| Students: | 1,793* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 182.0* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.8 |
Schools in Bennett School District No. 29J
Found 6 Schools
251 Students
Elementary School K - 2nd
431 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Elementary School 3rd - 5th
281 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
79 Students
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
Charter School
495 Students
Elementary School K - 8th