Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Canyon Creek Elementary School's student population of 472 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Creek Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
11%
5%
White
45%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Canyon Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Hills Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School?
472 students attend Canyon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Canyon Creek Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Creek Elementary School?
Canyon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Canyon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Canyon Creek Elementary School part of?
Canyon Creek Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
School Calendar
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Date
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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