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#554 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 31% in state

High Plains Elementary School

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

6100 SOUTH FULTON STREET, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#554 of 1,815

In Greenwood Village

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#29 of 70

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

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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High Plains Elementary School

7.3/10

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

Cherry Creek Charter Academy

9.2/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.9/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About High Plains Elementary School

High Plains Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greenwood Village, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. High Plains Elementary School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. High Plains Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for High Plains Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.4% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.7% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+14.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,158
Chronic Absenteeism19%

High Plains Elementary School — Students at High Plains Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (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
92%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
46%
2025
Math
50.9%
ELA
48.2%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How High Plains Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in CO
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

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

6100 SOUTH FULTON STREET, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering High Plains Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Creek Charter Academy (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cottonwood Creek Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Englewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Homestead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenwood Village, see our Greenwood Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Cherry Creek Charter Academy Greenwood Village 0.3 mi 9.2
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School Englewood 0.6 mi 8.9
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Centennial 0.9 mi
VILLAGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenwood Village 1.3 mi
Belleview Elementary School Greenwood Village 1.6 mi 7.5
Campus Middle School Greenwood Village 1.7 mi 8.3
Cherry Creek High School Greenwood Village 1.8 mi 8.4
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School Centennial 1.8 mi 8.5
FUSION ACADEMY DENVER Greenwood Village 2.0 mi 6.7
Willow Creek Elementary School Centennial 2.4 mi 8.0
Dry Creek Elementary School Englewood 2.3 mi 8.4
Colorado Summit Connections Academy Englewood 2.7 mi 5.1
Colorado Connections @ 27J Englewood 2.7 mi
Heritage Elementary School Centennial 2.2 mi 8.8
Colorado Early Colleges Online Campus Englewood 2.9 mi
Samuels Elementary School Denver 2.8 mi 5.8
Marvin W Foote Youth Services Centennial 2.5 mi 4.2
eDCSD Englewood 3.1 mi 7.3
Homestead Elementary School Centennial 2.7 mi 8.9
Endeavor Academy Centennial 2.6 mi 5.4

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 High Plains Elementary School

What grades does High Plains Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend High Plains Elementary School?

High Plains Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at High Plains Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at High Plains Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does High Plains Elementary School rank in CO?

High Plains Elementary School ranks #554 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is High Plains Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

High Plains Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 High Plains Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, High Plains Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is High Plains Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is High Plains Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.7% of students at High Plains 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

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