Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cotton Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cotton Creek Elementary School serves the southwest part of Westminster, CO, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cotton Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cotton Creek Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Cotton Creek Cares deeply about everyone's learning experience
School Rankings
Cotton Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cotton Creek Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#312 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
55%
49%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cotton Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cotton Creek Elementary School is ranked #312 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Cotton Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cotton Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Charter Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Cotton Creek Elementary School?
455 students attend Cotton Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cotton Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cotton Creek Elementary School?
Cotton Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cotton Creek Elementary School offer ?
Cotton Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cotton Creek Elementary School part of?
Cotton Creek Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
In what neighborhood is Cotton Creek Elementary School located?
Cotton Creek Elementary School is located in the North Central Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Central Westminster.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 20, 2027 (Thursday)
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