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#429 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 24% in state

Bear Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

1330 CREEKSIDE DRIVE, Monument, CO 80132

Enrollment

789

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#429 of 1,815

In Monument

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bear Creek Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Monument · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lewis-palmer High School

7.5/10

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5.8/10

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About Bear Creek Elementary School

Bear Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monument, CO, part of Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co. Bear Creek Elementary School serves approximately 789 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bear Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Bear Creek Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.8% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+22 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,434
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Bear Creek Elementary School — Students at Bear Creek Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 37 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
54%
2025
Math
57.8%
ELA
60.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Bear Creek Elementary School Compares

See how Bear Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in CO
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1330 CREEKSIDE DRIVE, Monument, CO 80132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bear Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Classical Academy Charter (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Monument Charter Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Monument, see our Monument schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Lewis-Palmer High School Monument 1.2 mi 7.5
Antelope Trails Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.2 mi 5.8
Monument Charter Academy Monument 1.9 mi 8.3
Lewis-Palmer Elementary School Monument 2.2 mi 7.0
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument 2.2 mi 5.9
Education reEnvisioned School Monument 2.3 mi
Lewis-Palmer Middle School Monument 2.6 mi 6.6
Palmer Ridge High School Monument 3.3 mi 8.0
The Classical Academy Charter Colorado Springs 3.7 mi 8.7
The Classical Academy Middle School Colorado Springs 3.7 mi 7.9
The Classical Academy High School Colorado Springs 3.7 mi 9.0
Prairie Winds Elementary School Monument 3.6 mi 7.6
Discovery Canyon Campus High School Colorado Springs 3.5 mi 7.6
Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School Colorado Springs 3.5 mi 8.5
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.5 mi 8.4
The Da Vinci Academy School Colorado Springs 4.3 mi 6.5
Douglass Valley Elementary School Usaf Academy 5.3 mi 7.8
Monument Charter Academy Secondary School Colorado Springs 4.5 mi 4.9
TCA College Pathways Colorado Springs 5.8 mi 8.0
Palmer Lake Elementary School Palmer Lake 5.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,176

Median Home Value

$700,900

Median Rent

$2,134/mo

Population

29,379

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bear Creek Elementary School

What grades does Bear Creek Elementary School serve?

Bear Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Bear Creek Elementary School?

Bear Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 789 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bear Creek Elementary School rank in CO?

Bear Creek Elementary School ranks #429 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Bear Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bear Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bear Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Creek Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bear Creek Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bear Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bear Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bear Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bear Creek Elementary School?

19.3% of students at Bear Creek Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
789
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

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