Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the Creekside Cougars.
School Rankings
Creekside 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 Creekside Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#308 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
8%
5%
White
56%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Hawk Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
567 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Creekside Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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