Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rock Ridge 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 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Ridge Elementary School serves the eastern part of Castle Rock, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing within half a mile from its edge and the furthest point being one mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Ridge Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rock Ridge 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 Rock Ridge Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1026 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Rock Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1026 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rock Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flagstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rock Ridge Elementary School?
449 students attend Rock Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Rock Ridge Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Ridge Elementary School?
Rock Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rock Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Rock Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Ridge Elementary School part of?
Rock Ridge Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
30% of the day is spent on inconsequential things not academics. The administration is ineffective and controlling. They are not what they appear to be on the surface.
5 10/10/2025
Great neighborhood school. I feel my child is safe without feeling like they are in a prision. Principal is very hands on and always present. Teachers like most schools are hit or miss. With any public school ( Military style charters excluded) they struggle with adacemics but do well with the resources they have. I am very happy with this school and recommend it.
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