Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rolling Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolling Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rolling Hills Elementary School's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rolling Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rolling Hills Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
4%
4%
White
67%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolling Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rolling Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Rolling Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rolling Hills Elementary School?
565 students attend Rolling Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rolling Hills Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rolling Hills Elementary School?
Rolling Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rolling Hills Elementary School offer ?
Rolling Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rolling Hills Elementary School part of?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Rolling Hills Elementary School located?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is located in the High Point neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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