Excellent
#292 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 16% in state
Heatherwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
7750 CONCORD DRIVE, Boulder, CO 80301
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#292 of 1,815
In Boulder
#15 of 29
public schools
In district
#28 of 54
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Heatherwood Elementary School
Heatherwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boulder, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Heatherwood Elementary School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.
Heatherwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Heatherwood Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Heatherwood Elementary School — Students at Heatherwood Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 6.8/10.
How Heatherwood Elementary School Compares
See how Heatherwood 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
7750 CONCORD DRIVE, Boulder, CO 80301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heatherwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Niwot Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Niwot), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Douglass Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boulder, see our Boulder schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Longmont | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| JOSHUA SCHOOL-BOULDER Boulder | 1.3 mi | — |
| BOULDER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Boulder | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Boulder Prep Charter High School Boulder | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNTAIN SHADOWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| BOULDER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Niwot | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Niwot Elementary School Niwot | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| TEMPLE GRANDIN SCHOOL Boulder | 2.9 mi | — |
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Niwot High School Niwot | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Douglass Elementary School Boulder | 3.8 mi | 8.1 |
| JAY & ROSE PHILLIPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Boulder | 3.6 mi | — |
| ALEXANDER DAWSON SCHOOL Lafayette | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville | 4.7 mi | — |
| Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville | 5.2 mi | 8.0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 4.8 mi | — |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Boulder | 4.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Louisville Middle School Louisville | 5.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,974
Median Home Value
$761,500
Median Rent
$1,999/mo
Population
25,252
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bristol Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 8.0 |
| Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville, CO | 8.0 |
| Scenic Elementary School Grand Junction, CO | 8.0 |
| Steele Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 8.0 |
| Birch Elementary School Broomfield, CO | 7.9 |
| Coyote Ridge Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heatherwood Elementary School
What grades does Heatherwood Elementary School serve?
Heatherwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Heatherwood Elementary School?
Heatherwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heatherwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heatherwood Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heatherwood Elementary School rank in CO?
Heatherwood Elementary School ranks #292 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Heatherwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heatherwood 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 Heatherwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heatherwood Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Heatherwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Heatherwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heatherwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Heatherwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heatherwood Elementary School?
14.5% of students at Heatherwood 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Boulder County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (720) 561-5586
Resources & Links
District
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2- District Enrollment
- 28,357
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,172
- District Rank
- #28 of 54
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