Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crest View Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crest View Elementary School serves the northeast part of Boulder, CO, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crest View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Crest View Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Develop competent, confident, and compassionate citizens.
School Rankings
Crest View Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crest View Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#439 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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)30.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crest View Elementary School's ranking?
Crest View Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Crest View Elementary School often compared to?
Crest View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Crest View Elementary School?
390 students attend Crest View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Crest View Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crest View Elementary School?
Crest View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crest View Elementary School offer ?
Crest View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crest View Elementary School part of?
Crest View Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Crest View Elementary School located?
Crest View Elementary School is located in the Rural North Boulder neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Rural North Boulder.
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