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#40 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 2% 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

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Boulder

#4 of 29

public schools

Colorado elementary schools

#34 of 1,006

In district

#6 of 54

Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

Equity

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Heatherwood Elementary School

Heatherwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boulder, CO, part of the Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. The school serves approximately 255 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1.

It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.9th percentile among CO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 55% proficiency in math, 15 points above the state average and 63% in reading/language arts, 18 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10).

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,974, where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.53 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency64%
Math vs. State Avg+25.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.1 pts
Overall Proficiency63%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,316

Heatherwood Elementary School — Students at Heatherwood Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.6%
School
State
39.5%
ELA Proficiency 63.1%
School
State
44.9%

Based on 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
42%
2025
Math
62.1%
ELA
64.3%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Heatherwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
98th percentile in CO
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers

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 9.0/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Niwot Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Niwot), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Douglass Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 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 8.0
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 8.9
TEMPLE GRANDIN SCHOOL Boulder 2.9 mi
Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder 3.3 mi 6.3
Boulder Universal Boulder 3.3 mi 5.5
Niwot High School Niwot 3.5 mi 6.6
Douglass Elementary School Boulder 3.8 mi 8.6
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 8.0
TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville 4.7 mi
Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville 5.2 mi 7.7
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder 4.8 mi
Eisenhower Elementary School Boulder 4.7 mi 9.0
Louisville Middle School Louisville 5.5 mi 7.5

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Heatherwood Elementary School has a median household income of $92,974. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $761,500, with a median rent of $1,999/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Colorado International Language Academy Colorado Springs, CO 8.8
Palmer Elementary School Denver, CO 8.8
Welchester Elementary School Golden, CO 8.8
High Peaks Elementary School Boulder, CO 8.9
Kohl Elementary School Broomfield, CO 8.9
Nederland Elementary School Nederland, CO 8.9

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 is ranked #40 out of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Heatherwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heatherwood Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Heatherwood Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Heatherwood Elementary School has 54.6% math proficiency and 63.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,086/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Boulder). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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