The top reported proficiency rate is 63% in Science. The lowest is 57% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Rockrimmon Elementary School
Rockrimmon Elementary School, a regular public school serving kindergarten through fifth grade, is part of Academy School District 20 in Colorado Springs. A parent considering this school will find a campus where a strong majority of students meet state academic benchmarks, set within a large, car-dependent city shaped by a powerful military and aerospace presence.
On state assessments, Rockrimmon’s students performed well above the typical school in El Paso County. Compared to other elementary and middle schools across the district, overall proficiency across math, English language arts, and science was in the top quarter of the county. In math and reading, more than half of students scored at proficient or advanced levels. Fifth-grade science results were even stronger, with a clear majority of students demonstrating proficiency. The school’s academic profile is a clear strength, placing it among the higher-performing elementary options in the region.
The student body is predominantly white, with a substantial share of students identifying as two or more races. Hispanic students are the next largest group. A moderate share of students qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, a common measure of economic need. The school does not report data on the share of students with individualized education programs or those classified as English learners, so a parent with a child who may need special education services or language support should ask the school directly about these programs.
Rockrimmon is a neighborhood school in a residential area of Colorado Springs, a city that has seen sustained growth due to its large military bases, defense contractors, and tourism industry. Housing in the school’s zip code is priced above the state average, and the typical monthly housing cost is significantly higher than the average rent, a dynamic that reflects the area’s desirability. The city itself is sprawling and auto-oriented, though outdoor recreation at places like Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak is a central part of life. The district recently passed a bond to rebuild schools on the U.S. Air Force Academy, signaling ongoing investment in facilities, but this specific bond’s direct impact on Rockrimmon was not detailed.
The school offers no data on discipline, chronic absenteeism, or staffing ratios, so a parent should seek this information from the school or district to get a fuller picture of the school climate. There are also no specific program offerings listed, such as gifted and talented tracks, art programs, or special curricula, though elementary schools in the district typically offer a standard state-aligned curriculum.
A family living in the Rockrimmon attendance zone will find an elementary school with a strong academic track record, set in a stable, high-cost housing market. The school’s size and composition are what a parent might expect for a suburban Colorado Springs elementary. Anyone weighing this school should confirm that their child’s specific needs, whether academic enrichment, special education, or English language support, are met, since the publicly available data does not cover those areas in detail. For a parent focused on a school where a large proportion of students are meeting grade-level expectations, Rockrimmon presents a solid option within the Academy District 20 system.
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