Traylor Academy

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

traylor.dpsk12.org

300 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Traylor Academy, located in the Harvey Park neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, serves students from early childhood through fifth grade as part of the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. The school emphasizes a well-rounded academic curriculum while fostering a supportive, inclusive community culture. As a neighborhood-focused school, Traylor is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its students through personalized instruction and strong partnerships with families and the surrounding community.

Beyond core academic subjects, Traylor Academy prioritizes the social-emotional development of its students, aiming to create a safe and engaging environment that encourages curiosity and lifelong learning. The school is known for its commitment to equity and student success, utilizing data-driven instruction to help every child meet their potential. By integrating traditional academics with programs that support character development, Traylor Academy serves as a vital resource for the families of southwest Denver, focusing on preparing students for middle school and beyond.

300

Total Students

20.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

66.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Traylor Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	32
Hispanic	232
Black	11
Asian	12
Two or More	11
American Indian	2

Hispanic
232 (77.3%)
White
32 (10.7%)
Asian
12 (4.0%)
Black
11 (3.7%)
Two or More
11 (3.7%)
American Indian
2 (0.7%)

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)424-3480
Website:	http://traylor.dpsk12.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	300
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	174
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	25

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 54

Kindergarten 41

Grade 1 41

Grade 2 39

Grade 3 38

Grade 4 43

Grade 5 44