Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Homestead Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead 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
Homestead Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homestead 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 Homestead Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#180 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
3%
5%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestead Elementary School's ranking?
Homestead Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Homestead Elementary School often compared to?
Homestead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Homestead Elementary School?
338 students attend Homestead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Homestead Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homestead Elementary School?
Homestead Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Homestead Elementary School offer ?
Homestead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Homestead Elementary School part of?
Homestead Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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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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