Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holly Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Hills Elementary School serves the northwest part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Hills Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Holly Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Hills Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1040 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
51%
37%
Black
11%
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Hills Elementary School is ranked #1040 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Holly Hills Elementary School?
633 students attend Holly Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Holly Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Hills Elementary School?
Holly Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holly Hills Elementary School offer ?
Holly Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Hills Elementary School part of?
Holly Hills Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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