Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heatherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Heatherwood Elementary School serves the eastern part of Boulder, CO, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heatherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Heatherwood Elementary School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Success Starts Here!
School Rankings
Heatherwood 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 Heatherwood Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#321 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)13.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
7%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heatherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Heatherwood Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Heatherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Heatherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School At Martin Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Heatherwood Elementary School?
252 students attend Heatherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Heatherwood Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heatherwood Elementary School?
Heatherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heatherwood Elementary School offer ?
Heatherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heatherwood Elementary School part of?
Heatherwood Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Heatherwood Elementary School located?
Heatherwood Elementary School is located in the Gunbarrel neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Gunbarrel.
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