Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Homestake Peak School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestake Peak School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Homestake Peak School's student population of 521 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homestake Peak School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestake Peak School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1019 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
66%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
32%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestake Peak School's ranking?
Homestake Peak School is ranked #1019 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Homestake Peak School often compared to?
Homestake Peak Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Sandstone Elementary School, Avon Elementary School, Stone Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Homestake Peak School?
521 students attend Homestake Peak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Homestake Peak School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homestake Peak School?
Homestake Peak School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Homestake Peak School offer ?
Homestake Peak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Homestake Peak School part of?
Homestake Peak School is part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50.
School Reviews
5 2/14/2022
Wonderful school! The principal, Vice Principal, and teachers are amazing! Very caring and supportive. Go Falcons!
5 3/24/2020
Wow! Great school with amazing teachers and supportive administration! They really support each student where they are and are sincerely focused on growth. Could not be happier!
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