Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Antelope Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Antelope Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Antelope Ridge Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Antelope Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antelope Ridge Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#856 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
23%
35%
Black
9%
4%
White
54%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antelope Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School is ranked #856 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Antelope Ridge Elementary School?
588 students attend Antelope Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Antelope Ridge Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Antelope Ridge Elementary School?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Antelope Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Antelope Ridge Elementary School part of?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Antelope Ridge Elementary School located?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School is located in the Saddle Rock Ridge neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
School Calendar
View the Antelope Ridge Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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