School Overview
Palmer Lake Elementary School is a community-focused public school located in the small, scenic town of Palmer Lake, Colorado. Part of the Lewis-Palmer School District 38, the school serves a student body typically ranging from preschool through fifth grade. Known for its intimate, small-town atmosphere, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering close relationships between students, teachers, and families, creating a supportive environment designed to promote both academic growth and character development.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to high academic standards and a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and science, often integrated with creative arts and social-emotional learning. Because of its location in the foothills of the Rockies, Palmer Lake Elementary often incorporates its natural surroundings into the student experience, encouraging an appreciation for the local environment. With a dedicated staff and an active parent-teacher organization, the school acts as a central hub for the Palmer Lake community, striving to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school within the district.
286
Total Students
22.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palmer Lake Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White212
Hispanic57
Black5
Asian4
Two or More8
  • White
    212 (74.1%)
  • Hispanic
    57 (19.9%)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.8%)
  • Black
    5 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    4 (1.4%)
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: Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co
Phone: (719)488-4760
Website: http://www.lewispalmer.org/Domain/13
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 286
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 69
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 33
Grade 1 36
Grade 2 45
Grade 3 40
Grade 4 44
Grade 5 51
Grade 6 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palmer Lake Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten33
Grade 136
Grade 245
Grade 340
Grade 444
Grade 551
Grade 637
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palmer Lake Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14550.7%
Male14149.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)