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#295 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 16% in state

Greenwood Elementary School

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

5550 SOUTH HOLLY STREET, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#295 of 1,815

In Greenwood Village

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#24 of 70

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

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Greenwood Elementary School

8.0/10

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

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8.0/10

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8.6/10

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About Greenwood Elementary School

Greenwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greenwood Village, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Greenwood Elementary School serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #295 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Greenwood Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.3% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.5% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+25.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,158
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Greenwood Elementary School — Students at Greenwood Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 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
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
54.5%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
57%
2025
Math
60.8%
ELA
60.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Greenwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
84th percentile in CO
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

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

5550 SOUTH HOLLY STREET, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ford Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores notably higher. Another option is Homestead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenwood Village, see our Greenwood Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
West Middle School Greenwood Village 0.5 mi 8.0
Lois Lenski Elementary School Centennial 1.1 mi 8.6
FUSION ACADEMY DENVER Greenwood Village 1.0 mi 6.7
Heritage Elementary School Centennial 1.4 mi 8.8
WILLOWS-OLDE MILL Centennial 1.7 mi
ANASTASIS ACADEMY Centennial 1.6 mi 6.6
Newton Middle School Centennial 1.7 mi 8.5
KENT DENVER SCHOOL Englewood 1.7 mi 6.6
Thomas Jefferson High School Denver 2.1 mi 7.8
Southmoor Elementary School Denver 2.3 mi 7.2
Ford Elementary Centennial 2.3 mi 9.1
Homestead Elementary School Centennial 2.4 mi 8.9
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School Centennial 2.2 mi 8.5
Samuels Elementary School Denver 2.4 mi 5.8
ASPEN ACADEMY Greenwood Village 2.1 mi 6.6
Dry Creek Elementary School Englewood 2.7 mi 8.4
Sandburg Elementary School Centennial 2.5 mi 7.5
The Cottage at Holly Ridge Denver 2.9 mi 3.4
Cherry Creek High School Greenwood Village 2.3 mi 8.4
VILLAGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenwood Village 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,292

Median Home Value

$890,500

Median Rent

$2,063/mo

Population

31,817

College Educated

74.6%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood Elementary School

What grades does Greenwood Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Greenwood Elementary School?

Greenwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenwood Elementary School rank in CO?

Greenwood Elementary School ranks #295 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Greenwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood 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 Greenwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenwood Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Greenwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Greenwood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

13.3% of students at Greenwood 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

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