Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clear Sky Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clear Sky Elementary serves the northeast part of Castle Rock, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 19.2 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking around 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clear Sky Elementary School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Sky 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 Clear Sky Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#526 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-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 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Sky Blue, White & Silver
School Mascot
Baxter The Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Sky Elementary School's ranking?
Clear Sky Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Clear Sky Elementary School often compared to?
Clear Sky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Soaring Hawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Clear Sky Elementary School?
627 students attend Clear Sky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Clear Sky Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Sky Elementary School?
Clear Sky Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clear Sky Elementary School offer ?
Clear Sky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Sky Elementary School part of?
Clear Sky Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Clear Sky Elementary School located?
Clear Sky Elementary School is located in the The Meadows neighborhood of Castle Rock, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in The Meadows.
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