Excellent
#293 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 16% in state
Coal Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
801 WEST TAMARISK STREET, Louisville, CO 80027
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#293 of 1,815
In Louisville
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#29 of 54
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Coal Creek Elementary School
Coal Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Louisville, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Coal Creek Elementary School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio.
Coal Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Coal Creek Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Coal Creek Elementary School — Students at Coal Creek Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Coal Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Coal Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
801 WEST TAMARISK STREET, Louisville, CO 80027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coal Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fireside Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Superior Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Superior), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eldorado K-8 School (rated 8.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Superior), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOUISVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fireside Elementary School Louisville | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Louisville Elementary School Louisville | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Louisville Middle School Louisville | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Douglass Elementary School Boulder | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Monarch K-8 School Louisville | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Monarch High School Louisville | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Superior Elementary School Superior | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Centaurus High School Lafayette | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Ryan Elementary School Lafayette | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Angevine Middle School Lafayette | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT THE FLATIRONS Superior | 3.8 mi | — |
| Eldorado K-8 School Superior | 4.2 mi | 8.6 |
| JAY & ROSE PHILLIPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Boulder | 3.6 mi | — |
| Lafayette Elementary School Lafayette | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,165
Median Home Value
$822,700
Median Rent
$2,234/mo
Population
33,998
College Educated
71.5%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bristol Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 8.0 |
| Fox Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch, CO | 8.0 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Greenwood Village, CO | 8.0 |
| Heatherwood Elementary School Boulder, CO | 8.0 |
| Little Raven Elementary School Littleton, CO | 8.0 |
| Saddle Ranch Elementary School Highlands Ranch, CO | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coal Creek Elementary School
What grades does Coal Creek Elementary School serve?
Coal Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Coal Creek Elementary School?
Coal Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coal Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coal Creek Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coal Creek Elementary School rank in CO?
Coal Creek Elementary School ranks #293 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Coal Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coal Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Coal Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coal Creek Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Coal Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Coal Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coal Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Coal Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coal Creek Elementary School?
13.6% of students at Coal 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Boulder County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (720) 561-4500
Resources & Links
District
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2- District Enrollment
- 28,357
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,172
- District Rank
- #29 of 54
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