About
Mission
Kyffin Elementary is a collaborative community that uses innovative teaching and learning opportunities to maximize student growth and individual success.
Kyffin is a PreK - 5 neighborhood school that houses a Gifted and Talented Center program in grades 1-5.
Kyffin School Insights
History
Kyffin Elementary was opened in 1972. The school is named after an educator who served Jefferson County Schools for 37 years.
James Maurice Kyffin was a Principal of Lakewood and Wheat Ridge High Schools. He later held an administrative position in the JEFFCO R-1 School District.
In the front entryway of Kyffin Elementary, there is a picture of Mr. Kyffin and over 12 awards honoring his service, dedication and commitment to children.
Awards and Recognitions
- John Irwin School of Excellence 2022
The John Irwin Awards are given to schools that demonstrate exceptional academic achievement over time. These schools received an Exceeds Expectations rating on the Academic Achievement indicator of the School Performance Frameworks reflecting exceptional performance in Math, English Language Arts, and Science.
- Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award 2022
The Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Awards are given to schools that demonstrate exceptional student growth. On the school performance framework that is used by the state to evaluate schools, these schools "exceed" expectations on the indicator related to longitudinal academic growth and "meet or exceed" expectations on the indicator related to academic growth gaps.
Golden Articulation Area
Jeffco Public Schools is divided into 17 articulation areas that provide assigned schools for each neighborhood.
A to Z Guide
View Kyffin programs and other offerings listed A through Z.
Attendance
Regular attendance is crucial to student success. Review Jeffco’s attendance policies and procedures.
Bell Schedule
Access the Kyffin daily bell schedule.
Calendar
Stay up to date on Kyffin events, activities and other happenings. Plus, view the school year calendar.
Directory
Get contact information for Kyffin faculty and staff.
Dress Code
Kyffin follows Jeffco’s guidelines for appropriate student dress.
Inclement Weather
Weather can impact school-day operations. View Jeffco’s inclement weather policies and procedures.
Meet the Principal
Get to know Kyffin’s school leader.
Safety
The safety and well-being of students and staff is Kyffin’s top priority.
Student & Family Handbook
The student & family handbook outlines policies, procedures and student expectations.
Why Should You Attend Kyffin Elementary?
Learn more about what Kyffin offers and why you should attend.
Contact Us
Kyffin Elementary School
205 Flora Way
Golden CO 80401
- Phone: 303-982-5760
- Fax: 303-982-5761
- Attendance Phone: 303-982-5759