School Overview
Steck Elementary School, located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades PK–5 within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. Known for its strong academic reputation and tight-knit community feel, the school focuses on providing a well-rounded education that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. Steck is often recognized for its high levels of parent involvement and active community engagement, which contribute significantly to the school’s vibrant and supportive atmosphere.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often integrating modern instructional practices with traditional academic rigor. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Steck provides various enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities that encourage students to explore their interests in arts, physical education, and technology. As part of the DPS system, Steck Elementary strives to uphold the district’s standards while maintaining a distinct identity rooted in its commitment to fostering lifelong learners and preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.
323
Total Students
17.6
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Steck Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White201
Hispanic54
Black17
Asian13
Two or More33
American Indian5
  • White
    201 (62.2%)
  • Hispanic
    54 (16.7%)
  • Two or More
    33 (10.2%)
  • Black
    17 (5.3%)
  • Asian
    13 (4.0%)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Phone: (720)424-3870
Website: http://steck.dpsk12.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 323
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 62
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 47
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 61
Grade 4 50
Grade 5 44

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Steck Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten47
Grade 147
Grade 254
Grade 361
Grade 450
Grade 544
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Steck Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15848.9%
Male16551.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)