The top reported proficiency rate is 71% in Science. The lowest is 54% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Runyon Elementary School
Runyon Elementary School serves kindergarten through fifth grade as a regular public school within the Littleton School District No. 6, located in the city of Littleton, Colorado. Littleton itself is a historic suburb and county seat of Arapahoe County, fully absorbed into the Denver metropolitan area, with a walkable downtown core, light rail connections, and a mix of suburban neighborhoods. The city grew substantially in the mid‑20th century alongside aerospace employment and now houses a range of employers from county government to healthcare and education.
Academically, Runyon stands out among elementary schools in the region. On the state’s Colorado Measures of Academic Success assessments, the school posted proficiency rates that, when combined across subjects, place it in the top quartile relative to districts across Arapahoe County. In math, more than half of students met or exceeded the state’s proficiency standard. In English language arts, roughly two‑thirds of students scored proficient or above. On the fifth‑grade science test, about seven in ten students reached the proficiency benchmark. These results indicate a school that performs well above the typical level for the county, and a parent looking for strong academic outcomes at the elementary level would find this a notable strength.
The student body is moderate in size for a K‑5 school. The enrollment composition is predominantly white, with smaller shares of Hispanic students and other racial groups, and a relatively low share of students who qualify for free or reduced‑price meals. Data on the percentages of students receiving special education services or classified as English learners was not available in the provided records, so a parent may wish to ask the school directly about those programs and supports.
Runyon offers a standard elementary curriculum, and no information on specialized programs—such as gifted tracks, language immersion, or extended learning—was included in the data. Similarly, details on discipline rates, attendance patterns, and staffing ratios were not reported, so families may want to inquire with the school to get a fuller picture of the student environment.
The surrounding housing market reflects Littleton’s position as an established, high‑cost suburb of Denver. Home values in the area are well above the national median, and rents are also elevated. The cost of homeownership is substantial, and the monthly cost of renting is lower than that of a mortgage with a typical down payment, a dynamic common in expensive markets. Families moving into the attendance zone should expect a significant housing investment.
Runyon Elementary presents as a high‑performing neighborhood school in an affluent, suburban setting with strong academic results that exceed county norms. The school’s demographic profile, with a relatively small share of students from low‑income backgrounds, reflects the broader community’s economic character. For a parent seeking a solid academic foundation and a school that is performing well above the county average in tested subjects, Runyon is a clear option. The gaps in available data on special populations and school programs mean that additional conversations with the school would be helpful to confirm that the environment matches a family’s particular needs.
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