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#19 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 1% in state

Cherry Creek Charter Academy

Elementary School · Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah

6260 SOUTH DAYTON STREET, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Charter

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#19 of 1,815

In Greenwood Village

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 70

Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Cherry Creek Charter Academy

9.2/10

Elementary School in Greenwood Village · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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8.9/10

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About Cherry Creek Charter Academy

Cherry Creek Charter Academy is a public elementary school in Greenwood Village, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Cherry Creek Charter Academy serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherry Creek Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Cherry Creek Charter Academy show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Cherry Creek Charter Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80.8% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.9% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+44.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+29.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,158
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Cherry Creek Charter Academy — Students at Cherry Creek Charter Academy score 82% 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

18.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 80.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 41 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
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
71%
2025
Math
80.9%
ELA
83.8%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Cherry Creek Charter Academy Compares

See how Cherry Creek Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in CO
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

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

6260 SOUTH DAYTON STREET, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cherry Creek Charter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cottonwood Creek Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Englewood), with a very similar rating. Another option is Homestead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Centennial), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Centennial), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Greenwood Village, see our Greenwood Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
High Plains Elementary School Greenwood Village 0.3 mi 7.3
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School Englewood 1.0 mi 8.9
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Centennial 1.0 mi
VILLAGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenwood Village 1.5 mi
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School Centennial 1.4 mi 8.5
Belleview Elementary School Greenwood Village 1.8 mi 7.5
Campus Middle School Greenwood Village 1.8 mi 8.3
Cherry Creek High School Greenwood Village 1.9 mi 8.4
Willow Creek Elementary School Centennial 2.1 mi 8.0
Dry Creek Elementary School Englewood 2.0 mi 8.4
FUSION ACADEMY DENVER Greenwood Village 1.9 mi 6.7
Heritage Elementary School Centennial 1.9 mi 8.8
Colorado Summit Connections Academy Englewood 2.5 mi 5.1
Colorado Connections @ 27J Englewood 2.5 mi
Homestead Elementary School Centennial 2.3 mi 8.9
Colorado Early Colleges Online Campus Englewood 2.8 mi
Samuels Elementary School Denver 2.9 mi 5.8
eDCSD Englewood 3.0 mi 7.3
WILLOWS-OLDE MILL Centennial 2.4 mi
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Centennial 2.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,292

Median Home Value

$890,500

Median Rent

$2,063/mo

Population

31,817

College Educated

74.6%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

42.1

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Slavens K-8 School Denver, CO 9.2
Steele Elementary School Denver, CO 9.2
Cherry Hills Village Elementary School Cherry Hills Village, CO 9.1
Cory Elementary School Denver, CO 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cherry Creek Charter Academy

What grades does Cherry Creek Charter Academy serve?

Cherry Creek Charter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Cherry Creek Charter Academy?

Cherry Creek Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherry Creek Charter Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cherry Creek Charter Academy is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cherry Creek Charter Academy rank in CO?

Cherry Creek Charter Academy ranks #19 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Cherry Creek Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cherry Creek Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Cherry Creek Charter Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherry Creek Charter Academy has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cherry Creek Charter Academy a charter school?

Yes, Cherry Creek Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Cherry Creek Charter Academy a Title I school?

No, Cherry Creek Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherry Creek Charter Academy?

18.4% of students at Cherry Creek Charter Academy 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

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