Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canyon Creek 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 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Creek Elementary School serves the eastern part of Aurora, CO, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Creek Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In partnership with our community, we are committed to educate and inspire all students to be compassionate, motivated critical thinkers and problem solvers.
School Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary 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 Canyon Creek Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#652 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-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 Canyon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Canyon Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Hills Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School?
477 students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Canyon Creek Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Creek Elementary School?
Canyon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Canyon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Creek Elementary School part of?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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