Serving 59 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon 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 7:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: COAL CREEK CANYON K-8 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northern part of Golden, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 19.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon's student population of 59 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon 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 Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon is 0.27, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
85%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon's ranking?
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon is ranked #419 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon often compared to?
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyonis often viewed alongside schools like Collegiate Academy Of Colorado 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 Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon?
59 students attend Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon?
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon offer ?
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon part of?
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon located?
Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon is located in the Coal Creek Canyon neighborhood of Golden, CO.
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