Very Good
#368 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 20% 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
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Louisville
#2 of 6
public schools
Colorado elementary schools
#283 of 1,006
In district
#30 of 54
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Coal Creek Elementary School
Coal Creek Elementary School serves 324 students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Louisville, Colorado, with a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 among its 18 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, ranking #349 out of 1,831 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. Students demonstrate solid academic achievement, with 52% performing at proficient or above levels in mathematics across grade levels.
The school's academic score of 8.7 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence and student success. Located on West Tamarisk Street, Coal Creek Elementary sits in an affluent and highly educated community where the median household income reaches $139,412 and 70% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 4.1% and median home values of $767,800 reflect the area's prosperity and investment in education.
Coal Creek Elementary operates as a regular public school in Boulder County, positioned in Louisville's small suburban setting that combines the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere with access to the greater Denver metropolitan area's resources and opportunities.
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: 56%).
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 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Coal Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Coal Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 66% (2019) to 61.84% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 60% (2019) to 67.53% (2025).
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. Eldorado K-8 School (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Superior), which scores notably higher. Another option is Douglass Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Boulder), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Louisville Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), 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 | 7.7 |
| Louisville Elementary School Louisville | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Louisville Middle School Louisville | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Douglass Elementary School Boulder | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Monarch K-8 School Louisville | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Monarch High School Louisville | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Superior Elementary School Superior | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Centaurus High School Lafayette | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Ryan Elementary School Lafayette | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Angevine Middle School Lafayette | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT THE FLATIRONS Superior | 3.8 mi | — |
| Eldorado K-8 School Superior | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| JAY & ROSE PHILLIPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Boulder | 3.6 mi | — |
| Lafayette Elementary School Lafayette | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Coal Creek Elementary School has a median household income of $153,165. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $822,700, with a median rent of $2,234/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Antelope Trails Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Eaton Elementary School Eaton, CO | 7.7 |
| Dalton Elementary School Aurora, CO | 7.7 |
| Fireside Elementary School Louisville, CO | 7.7 |
| Kaiser Elementary School Denver, CO | 7.7 |
| La Junta Primary School La Junta, CO | 7.7 |
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 is ranked #368 out of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Coal Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coal Creek Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Coal Creek Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Coal Creek Elementary School has 59.9% math proficiency and 64.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (720) 561-4500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2- District Enrollment
- 28,357
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,172
- District Rank
- #30 of 54
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