Serving 863 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bear Creek K-8 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 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bear Creek K-8 School serves the northeast part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Creek K-8 School's student population of 863 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Creek K-8 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 K-8 School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Creek K-8 School's ranking?
Bear Creek K-8 School is ranked #816 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bear Creek K-8 School?
863 students attend Bear Creek K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Bear Creek K-8 School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Creek K-8 School?
Bear Creek K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bear Creek K-8 School offer ?
Bear Creek K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bear Creek K-8 School part of?
Bear Creek K-8 School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Bear Creek K-8 School located?
Bear Creek K-8 School is located in the Bear Creek neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Bear Creek.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is an amazing school!!! Very hard, prepares you very well for high school.
2 10/10/2025
This school does not take into account that a child's love of learning is what should be fostered throughout their lives. ''Perfect'' is the standard they expect every child to meet.
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