Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peakview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peakview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Peakview Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peakview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peakview Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#734 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
7%
5%
White
54%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peakview Elementary School's ranking?
Peakview Elementary School is ranked #734 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Peakview Elementary School often compared to?
Peakview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timberline Elementary School, Heritage Heights Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Peakview Elementary School?
495 students attend Peakview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Peakview Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peakview Elementary School?
Peakview Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Peakview Elementary School offer ?
Peakview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Peakview Elementary School part of?
Peakview Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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