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Pine Lane Elementary School

Public | K-6 | 982 students

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4 stars

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2012:
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Posted May 2, 2013

We moved from Pine Lane after four years and had no idea how poor the education was at Pine Lane until moving. If your child is gifted and talented or special needs it is fine but otherwise you are shuffled along with no individualized learning. It has taken my son a long time to catch up and I attribute this disservice to Pine Lane.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 21, 2013

This review is for the Discovery Program (G&T) at Pine Lane. My daughter started in the 2nd/3rd grade class this year and looks forward to going to school each day. There is always something there to challenge her. This is a dramatic change from Frontier Valley where the teachers could not keep her interested or challenged. Mrs Littrell has done an excellent job at engaging her students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 15, 2011

Our middle child (the only shy one) was terrified that she was going to move to a new school (from MountainView) after doing really well on the COGAT's. She has started her 2nd year in the G&T program in Mrs. Littrell's class. My daughter actually wakes up early because she can't wait to see her friends and teacher. She absolutely loves going to school at Pine Lane. Can't say enough about the caring staff...
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2009

I am a former student at PLI and I loved it there were many great teachers,students,and everything! This school is amazing


Posted January 7, 2008

My son has been attending the Gifted and Talented Program at Pine Lane Intermediate for two years. He has loved his teachers and has really enjoyed the challenges there. The extra-cirricular activities, some of which have included student council and science clubs, are activities that he may not have been able to enjoy at his previous school due to a great deal of favoritism and cliques. The office staff is the nicest I have ever met, and Ms. Ashworth is an outstanding teacher! We have found PLI to be a wonderful school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 22, 2007

I enjoy going to this wonderful school. They have so many friendly teachers who encourage us in so many ways. I just want to say, thanks!
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 6, 2006

Very child focused school. Because it is a 4,5,6 building, it has a reputation for being a little 'tougher' than a K-6 building, but I think that it really means that kids are held accountable for their actions more, rather than being given lots of get out jail free cards. Teachers & administration are smart & caring, & I really love the amazing depth of their specials department (art, music, etc.)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 17, 2003

I love Pine Lane! What a great school for your children. We were truly blessed to have gone to this school all the years form the primary to the intermediate schoool. Top teachers that provide all the kids need. Mrs. Shea 5th grade is wonderful!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 71% in 2012.

171 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.

171 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2012.

171 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 71% in 2012.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%
Reading

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 49% in 2012.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

145 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

144 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%
Science

The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.

144 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 58% in 2012.

144 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

156 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

156 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

156 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students80%
Female82%
Male77%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic68%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)84%
Free lunch eligible52%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch84%
Students with disabilities (IEP)39%
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable81%

Reading

All Students81%
Female88%
Male76%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)85%
Free lunch eligible65%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch84%
Students with disabilities (IEP)22%
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable83%

Writing

All Students59%
Female73%
Male47%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic53%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)60%
Free lunch eligible35%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)11%
Students without disabilities64%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable59%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students80%
Female83%
Male76%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic71%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)82%
Free lunch eligible59%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch85%
Students with disabilities (IEP)24%
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable81%

Reading

All Students80%
Female82%
Male78%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic71%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)82%
Free lunch eligible59%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch85%
Students with disabilities (IEP)12%
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable81%

Writing

All Students62%
Female68%
Male54%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic58%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)60%
Free lunch eligible36%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)6%
Students without disabilities70%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable64%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students79%
Female86%
Male73%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)81%
Free lunch eligible67%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch82%
Students with disabilities (IEP)31%
Students without disabilities85%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable80%

Reading

All Students81%
Female86%
Male75%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)83%
Free lunch eligible57%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch86%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable82%

Science

All Students64%
Female69%
Male59%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic53%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)69%
Free lunch eligible30%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch70%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities68%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable66%

Writing

All Students70%
Female80%
Male60%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)72%
Free lunch eligible39%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities77%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable72%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students69%
Female67%
Male70%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic68%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)66%
Free lunch eligible47%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch72%
Students with disabilities (IEP)26%
Students without disabilities75%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable71%

Reading

All Students87%
Female90%
Male84%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)88%
Free lunch eligible84%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch88%
Students with disabilities (IEP)47%
Students without disabilities92%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable88%

Writing

All Students61%
Female73%
Male52%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic56%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)58%
Free lunch eligible58%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)11%
Students without disabilities68%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable63%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 79% 61%
Hispanic 11% 28%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 4%
Black 4% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 14%N/A35%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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6485 East Ponderosa Dr
Parker, CO 80138
Phone: (303) 387-8275

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