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#616 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 34% in state

Eaglecrest High School

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

5100 SOUTH PICADILLY STREET, Centennial, CO 80015

Enrollment

2,988

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#616 of 1,815

In Centennial

#17 of 24

public schools

In district

#31 of 70

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

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Eaglecrest High School

7.1/10

High School in Centennial · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Eaglecrest High School

Eaglecrest High School is a public high school in Centennial, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Eaglecrest High School serves approximately 2,988 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Eaglecrest High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #616 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Eaglecrest High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Eaglecrest High School is a large school: 2,988 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

35% of students at Eaglecrest High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation36.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,158
Chronic Absenteeism34.8%

Eaglecrest High School — Students at Eaglecrest High School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (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
75%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
37%

* 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 Eaglecrest High School Compares

See how Eaglecrest High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in CO
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.7
Sports
5
1 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
155 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
36.3% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
1 boys'·4 girls'·34 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

5100 SOUTH PICADILLY STREET, Centennial, CO 80015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eaglecrest High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Heritage Heights Academy (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Vista Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rolling Hills Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centennial, see our Centennial schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Thunder Ridge Middle School Aurora 0.2 mi 6.0
Outback Preschool Aurora 0.4 mi 4.9
Mountain Vista Elementary School Centennial 0.7 mi 8.3
Antelope Ridge Elementary School Aurora 0.7 mi 5.2
Timberline Elementary School Centennial 0.9 mi 5.8
Sky Vista Middle School Aurora 1.0 mi 4.5
Aspen Crossing Elementary School Centennial 1.1 mi 6.1
Dakota Valley Elementary School Aurora 1.6 mi 6.6
Heritage Heights Academy Centennial 1.4 mi 8.6
Canyon Creek Elementary School Aurora 1.5 mi 5.4
Peakview Elementary School Centennial 1.5 mi 6.1
Falcon Creek Middle School Aurora 1.7 mi 6.7
Sunrise Elementary School Aurora 1.8 mi 3.6
Buffalo Trail Elementary School Aurora 1.6 mi 5.8
Rolling Hills Elementary School Aurora 1.9 mi 8.3
Grandview High School Aurora 2.3 mi 8.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF AURORA Centennial 1.9 mi
Aurora Frontier K-8 Aurora 2.4 mi 6.4
Infinity Middle School Aurora 2.1 mi 8.2
Horizon Middle School Aurora 2.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,640

Median Home Value

$558,900

Median Rent

$2,190/mo

Population

72,155

College Educated

49.3%

Homeownership

82.2%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eaglecrest High School

What grades does Eaglecrest High School serve?

Eaglecrest High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Eaglecrest High School?

Eaglecrest High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,988 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eaglecrest High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eaglecrest High School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eaglecrest High School rank in CO?

Eaglecrest High School ranks #616 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Eaglecrest High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eaglecrest High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Eaglecrest High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eaglecrest High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Eaglecrest High School a charter school?

No, Eaglecrest High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eaglecrest High School a Title I school?

No, Eaglecrest High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eaglecrest High School?

36.7% of students at Eaglecrest High 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,988
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
155
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.8%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

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