Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elk Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 17% 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: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Creek Elementary School serves the southern part of the Pine, CO school district, encompassing an area of approximately 237.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a 20 to 30-minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 23.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Creek Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elk Creek 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 Elk Creek Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#419 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Elk Creek Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Elk Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Elk Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Creek Elementary School, West Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Elk Creek Elementary School?
323 students attend Elk Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Elk Creek Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Creek Elementary School?
Elk Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elk Creek Elementary School offer ?
Elk Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Creek Elementary School part of?
Elk Creek Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Elk Creek Elementary School located?
Elk Creek Elementary School is located in the Pine Junction Area neighborhood of Pine, CO.
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