Very Good
#416 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 23% in state
Copper Mesa Elementary School
Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1
3501 POSTON PARKWAY, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#416 of 1,815
In Highlands Ranch
#22 of 26
public schools
In district
#43 of 88
Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Copper Mesa Elementary School
Elementary School in Highlands Ranch · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Copper Mesa Elementary School
Copper Mesa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highlands Ranch, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Copper Mesa Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Copper Mesa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Copper Mesa Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Copper Mesa Elementary School — Students at Copper Mesa Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 7.0/10.
How Copper Mesa Elementary School Compares
See how Copper Mesa 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
3501 POSTON PARKWAY, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Copper Mesa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redstone Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Highlands Ranch, see our Highlands Ranch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Mountain Ridge Middle School Highlands Ranch | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Arrowwood Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Mountain Vista High School Highlands Ranch | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Summit View Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| VALOR CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Highlands Ranch | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Littleton | 1.4 mi | — |
| Rock Canyon High School Highlands Ranch | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Rocky Heights Middle School Littleton | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Highlands Ranch High School Highlands Ranch | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Redstone Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Platte River Charter Academy Highlands Ranch | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Cresthill Middle School Highlands Ranch | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Wildcat Mountain Elementary School Littleton | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Cougar Run Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ARMA DEI ACADEMY Highlands Ranch | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Bear Canyon Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT SHADOW CANYON Littleton | 2.8 mi | — |
| ESPREE CHILD LEARNING CENTER Highlands Ranch | 2.9 mi | — |
| Sand Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,501
Median Home Value
$713,500
Median Rent
$2,379/mo
Population
44,482
College Educated
69.5%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
41.5
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| Academy for Advanced and Creative Learning Colorado Springs, CO | 7.7 |
| Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy Aurora, CO | 7.7 |
| Ivy Stockwell Elementary School Berthoud, CO | 7.7 |
| Mount Carbon Elementary School Littleton, CO | 7.7 |
| Mountain View Academy Falcon, CO | 7.7 |
| Rockrimmon Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Copper Mesa Elementary School
What grades does Copper Mesa Elementary School serve?
Copper Mesa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Copper Mesa Elementary School?
Copper Mesa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Copper Mesa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Copper Mesa Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Copper Mesa Elementary School rank in CO?
Copper Mesa Elementary School ranks #416 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Copper Mesa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Copper Mesa 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 Copper Mesa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Copper Mesa Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Copper Mesa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Copper Mesa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Copper Mesa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Copper Mesa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Copper Mesa Elementary School?
8.4% of students at Copper Mesa 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (303) 387-7375
Resources & Links
District
Douglas County School District No. Re 1- District Enrollment
- 61,409
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,942
- District Rank
- #43 of 88
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