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Coyote Hills Elementary School

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

24605 E DAVIES WAY, Aurora, CO 80016

Enrollment

498

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,122 of 1,815

In Aurora

#45 of 100

public schools

In district

#45 of 70

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

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Coyote Hills Elementary School

5.6/10

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

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8.8/10

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7.5/10

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About Coyote Hills Elementary School

Coyote Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aurora, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Coyote Hills Elementary School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Coyote Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,122 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Coyote Hills Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,158
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Coyote Hills Elementary School — Students at Coyote Hills Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.0% (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
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
47%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Coyote Hills Elementary School Compares

See how Coyote Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
38th percentile in CO
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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

24605 E DAVIES WAY, Aurora, CO 80016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coyote Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Altitude Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Black Forest Hills Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Heights Academy (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Black Forest Hills Elementary School Aurora 0.6 mi 8.8
Pine Ridge Elementary School Aurora 0.7 mi 7.5
Cherokee Trail High School Aurora 0.9 mi 8.4
Fox Ridge Middle School Aurora 1.2 mi 7.2
Canyon Creek Elementary School Aurora 1.3 mi 5.4
Buffalo Trail Elementary School Aurora 2.0 mi 5.8
Infinity Middle School Aurora 2.1 mi 8.2
Altitude Elementary School Aurora 1.8 mi 9.1
Antelope Ridge Elementary School Aurora 2.2 mi 5.2
Liberty Middle School Aurora 2.1 mi 5.4
Woodland Elementary School Aurora 2.3 mi 8.1
Outback Preschool Aurora 2.6 mi 4.9
Grandview High School Aurora 2.4 mi 8.3
Thunder Ridge Middle School Aurora 2.8 mi 6.0
Eaglecrest High School Centennial 2.8 mi 7.1
Mountain Vista Elementary School Centennial 3.2 mi 8.3
Timberline Elementary School Centennial 3.0 mi 5.8
Falcon Creek Middle School Aurora 3.0 mi 6.7
Heritage Heights Academy Centennial 3.1 mi 8.6
Creekside Elementary School Centennial 3.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,421

Median Home Value

$707,700

Median Rent

$2,140/mo

Population

66,479

College Educated

58.4%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coyote Hills Elementary School

What grades does Coyote Hills Elementary School serve?

Coyote Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Coyote Hills Elementary School?

Coyote Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coyote Hills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Coyote Hills Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coyote Hills Elementary School rank in CO?

Coyote Hills Elementary School ranks #1,122 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Coyote Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Coyote Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Coyote Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coyote Hills Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Coyote Hills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Coyote Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Coyote Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coyote Hills Elementary School?

24.1% of students at Coyote Hills 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
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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