Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wildcat Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wildcat Mountain Elementary School serves the northern part of Lone Tree, CO, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wildcat Mountain 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
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together with our families and community, we are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment.
School Rankings
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wildcat Mountain Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#113 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Wildcat Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Wildcat Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Wildcat Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Wildcat Mountain Elementary School?
423 students attend Wildcat Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wildcat Mountain Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wildcat Mountain Elementary School?
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wildcat Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School part of?
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School located?
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School is located in the Southridge neighborhood of Lone Tree, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Southridge.
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