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#862 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 47% in state

Brush Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Eagle County School District No. Re 50

PO BOX 4630, Eagle, CO 81631

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#862 of 1,815

In Eagle

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 18

Eagle County School District No. Re 50

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Brush Creek Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Eagle · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brush Creek Elementary School

Brush Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Eagle, CO, part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50. Brush Creek Elementary School serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Brush Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #862 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Brush Creek Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,183
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Brush Creek Elementary School — Students at Brush Creek Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
42%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Brush Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in CO
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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

PO BOX 4630, Eagle, CO 81631

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brush Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CLARE OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Edwards), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VAIL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Edwards), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eagle Valley Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Eagle, see our Eagle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ZEALOUS SCHOOLS Eagle 0.2 mi 4.8
Eagle Valley Middle School Eagle 1.3 mi 7.1
Eagle Valley Elementary School Eagle 1.4 mi 5.0
World Academy High School Eagle 2.7 mi 5.5
World Academy Middle School Eagle 2.7 mi
Gypsum Elementary School Gypsum 6.1 mi 3.8
Eagle Valley High School Gypsum 6.2 mi 6.8
Red Hill Elementary School Gypsum 6.5 mi 3.7
Gypsum Creek Middle School Gypsum 6.7 mi 3.5
ST CLARE OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edwards 10.5 mi 7.3
VAIL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Edwards 10.6 mi 6.5
VAIL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Edwards 10.6 mi 6.8
Stone Creek School Edwards 10.9 mi 3.5
Edwards Elementary School Edwards 12.0 mi 4.1
Battle Mountain Early College High School Edwards 12.9 mi
Battle Mountain High School Edwards 13.2 mi 7.8
Berry Creek Middle School Edwards 13.6 mi 5.2
Red Canyon High School Eagle 13.7 mi 4.6
Edwards Early Learning Center Edwards 13.8 mi 5.2
World Academy Elementary School Eagle 13.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,430

Median Home Value

$717,600

Median Rent

$1,685/mo

Population

8,676

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

71.9%

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brush Creek Elementary School

What grades does Brush Creek Elementary School serve?

Brush Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brush Creek Elementary School?

Brush Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brush Creek Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brush Creek Elementary School rank in CO?

Brush Creek Elementary School ranks #862 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Brush Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brush Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Brush Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brush Creek Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Brush Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Brush Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

14.0% of students at Brush 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Eagle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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