Bear Creek High School is located in the southwest corner of Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of the greater Denver metro area. It is one of 18 high schools in Jefferson County. The school colors are forest green, gold, and white. The mascot is a bear. The principal is Shannon Vigil.
Serving 1,344 students in grades 9-12, Bear Creek High 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 34% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bear Creek High School serves the northeast part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 37 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 8.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Creek High School's student population of 1,344 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Creek High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Creek High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
48%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
40%
49%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
82.7%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Creek High School's ranking?
Bear Creek High School is ranked #650 out of 1,748 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bear Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Bear Creek High School is 91%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Bear Creek High School?
1,344 students attend Bear Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bear Creek High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Creek High School?
Bear Creek High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bear Creek High School offer ?
Bear Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bear Creek High School part of?
Bear Creek High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Bear Creek High School located?
Bear Creek High School is located in the Bear Creek neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Bear Creek.
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