This is our fifth year at UPark and we are thrilled with the school. Our two children, one very high achieving, have different learning styles which are being met by their teachers. The teachers are extremely caring and focused on each child's needs, some putting in many extra hours. The parental
... Read more involvement in this school is phenomenal, including fundraising to replace programs cut at the district level. I would recommend UPark to any parent looking for schools in this area. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/02/08
I am a parent of two kids at the school. I have been very impressed with the kind community of parents and the great teachers. We have a great new principal. I would like to say that Dennis Thompson our previous principal was fabulous. I would completely disagree with the previous comment that he was
... Read more not engaged. He was extremely active and always answered any concern that a parent had. I wanted this clarified. I chose the school because of him and have been very happy and sad to see him go. But, love the new principal Dana Williams she is fabulous. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/29/08
I continue to be amazed at this school! We have an amazing new principal. We have a GT teacher to address the needs of higher achievers, as well as the academic performance of all students. We have a really active parent community to work on the new gardens, address the safety of drop-offs, provide
... Read more tips for healthy habits in eating and exercise, and volunteer many, many hours of help in the classroom. As a parent I am so pleased with the teachers ability to get the students excited about learning and truly love it. We have the best potluck in town because we invite all of our families (from many countries) to share their customs and wonderful food. It has been a wonderful place for our boys over the last 7 years. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/30/08
My son attended University Park Elementary last year. I found that the academics at the school and programs available were great. However, I was extremely disappointed with the principal. When I went to him as a concerned parent looking for changes in safety and supervision policies involving the younger
... Read more kids in the school I felt totally ignored and brushed off. As a result I took my child out the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/20/08
I'm a parent at University Park and have 2 children there. We have been at the school for 5 years in total and love the school. The staff and teachers are exceptional. We have been pleased with the academic challenges, the safe and welcoming enviroment and the school administration. We have an excellent
... Read more principal and staff who really care about our kids. U-Park is a leader in assuring kids receive ample time for movement and PE as well has having healthy food offerings at school. We really appreciate the work of the Wellness Team at U-Park and appreciate all the school does for kids. We are also really excited about the run program for kids this past fall and the gardens we will be planting in the spring. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/29/07
My three children have been at University Park for about 8 years. The oldest is on to Middle school, the middle child is in 5th grade, and my youngest is in 1st. My two older children test as Highly Gifted and I haven't tested my youngest yet. I can honestly say that University Park has NEVER missed
... Read more a beat in helping my children to thrive and fall in love with the process of learning (which is my goal for their elementary years). The community is caring, diverse, and engaged with each other individually and collectively. I am very grateful to the entire community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/22/07
It's simply a great school in a great neighborhood. My wife and I have had our 2 boys at UPark for 4 years now and still believe it is the best choice for them. The teachers have all provided a good challenge for the kids and we have been happy with their efforts. The teachers are all well trained
... Read more in differentiated instruction which allows them to meet the needs of everyone in their classroom (including HGT/GT, even though it is not a magnet program). The parent community is strong and works hard to provide some of the extras. The Enrichment Program provides a wide variety of opportunities and just gets better each year. The cultural diversity (due to our proximity to DU) is great and reflects our world today. UPark is adding a 3/4 preshool program next year and the momentum is good for the primary grades. Check it out! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/20/07
University Park has been a wonderful place for our family. Simply put, my daughter gets what she needs in a wonderfully diverse environment. In fact, we live in an adjacent neighborhood with a school that rates higher test scores, but we choose to come to UP because 1) the statistical difference between
... Read more being rated 'super great' and 'great' is pretty minimal, especially if you also want 2) a student body that includes all kinds of kids. That s what we want, and we re happy. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/15/07
University Park is one of Denver's top neighborhood schools -- meeting all of my children's social, emotional, academic and physical needs! UPark students participate in a full range of specials -- art/music and physical education -- and the community has successfully kept class sizes low. Academically,
... Read more I am very pleased (my gifted students needs have been met -- and additional challenge and enrichment has always been available to them). Because of our proximity to the University of Denver (and the unique partnership our school has developed with them) our community is diverse -- often representing over 20 different countries from around the world. All of this -- and we can walk to school -- and have impromptu playdates with classmates. If you are searching for a strong community with a great neighborhood school then University Park is for you!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/14/07
U-park is a great school. My son gets what he put into his work. I am very pleased with the staff and the Principal.
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School Profile for University Park Elementary School
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Test Year: 2008
University Park Elementary School
Denver Public School District 1
Colorado
* In 2007-2008 Colorado used the Colorado Student Assessment Program (CSAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10 and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The CSAP is a standards-based test, which means that 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.
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Denver schools — University Park Elementary School is located at 2300 S St Paul St, Denver CO 80210. 2300 S St Paul St is in the Wellshire neighborhood and 80210 ZIP code in Denver, CO The school district for University Park Elementary School is the Denver Public School District 1. University Park Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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