Facts & Figures
Things are Happening at SME
Stratton Meadows and Oak Creek Elementary Schools applied for and were awarded the Early Literacy Grant (ELG) and received the grant beginning with the 2017-2018 school year and ending in 2020. The ELG program distributes funds from the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) to local education providers, to ensure the essential components of reading instruction are embedded into all elements of the primary, K-3 teaching structures in all schools, including universal, targeted, and intensive instructional interventions, to assist all students in achieving reading competency. We were also awarded a sustainability extension of the grant for the 20-21 school year. This extra support from CDE put us on solid footing to continue building our ELG structures and best practices.
Demographics
- Enrollment Numbers: 285
- Boys: 150
- Girls: 135
- Hispanic - 62%; African-American - 10%; White - 19%; Other - 9%
- Free & Reduced: 87%
- ELLs: 30%
- Special Education Students: 27%
- Gifted Education Students: 1%
- Attendance Rate: 89%
Achievement Data
Colorado Growth Model - 2016 Data
English Language Arts - 86%
Math - 47%
2024-2025 School Culture Survey Highlights
Positives
82% of students feel that there is quality academic support and 82% of students feel that there is strong school leadership.
92% of families feel informed about their child's education and 94% believe that everyone is accepted at Stratton Meadows.
99% of staff believe we exemplify the district core beliefs, 98% feel that school leaders are visible, and 97% believe we support students well.
Improvement Opportunities
- 74% of students feel proud of their school and 69% feel that the building is well maintained.
- 69% of families report that their child feels safe reporting bullying at school and 71% of families feel like teachers are aware of their child's strengths and weaknesses.
- 71% of staff feel they know the resources available to manage workplace stress and 54% of staff believe we have an issue with bullying amongst students.
Next Steps
- Work with District Leaders and community partners to continually update facilities. Hold frequent discussions with student leaders around their ideas and concerns related to survey feedback.
- Support teachers in utilizing Restorative Practices and teaching anti-bullying components of the Character Strong curriculum. In addition, encourage teachers to use recess and community time to build relationships with students.
- Provide staff with mental health resources, health and wellness training, and ongoing support. Additionally, provide training on behavior management, classroom management, and Restorative Practices.