Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, High Plains 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 45% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 48% 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: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
High Plains Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
High Plains 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 High Plains Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#402 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
5%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Plains Elementary School's ranking?
High Plains Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are High Plains Elementary School often compared to?
High Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend High Plains Elementary School?
462 students attend High Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of High Plains Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Plains Elementary School?
High Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does High Plains Elementary School offer ?
High Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High Plains Elementary School part of?
High Plains Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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