Needs Improvement
#1657 of 1,815 schools in CO
Highline Community Elementary School
Elementary School · Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
11000 EAST EXPOSITION, Aurora, CO 80012
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,657 of 1,815
In Aurora
#83 of 100
public schools
In district
#65 of 70
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Highline Community Elementary School
Highline Community Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aurora, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Highline Community Elementary School serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Highline Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,657 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Highline Community Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.6
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Highline Community Elementary 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
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Highline Community Elementary School — Students at Highline Community Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
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: 2.8/10.
How Highline Community Elementary School Compares
See how Highline Community 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
11000 EAST EXPOSITION, Aurora, CO 80012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highline Community Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Challenge School (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lotus School for Excellence Aurora | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Village East Community Elementary School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Challenge School Denver | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Aurora Academy Charter School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Virginia Court Elementary School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Aurora Hills Middle School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Ponderosa Elementary School Aurora | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Lansing Elementary Community School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| THREE BEARS LEARNING CENTER Denver | 1.3 mi | — |
| Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy Aurora | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Jamaica Child Development Center Aurora | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| APS Early Beginnings - A Zoom Site Aurora | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Overland High School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Prairie Middle School Aurora | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Fulton Academy of Excellence Aurora | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| MT. OLIVE LUTHERAN Aurora | 2.0 mi | — |
| Aurora Central Campus Aurora | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Eastridge Community Elementary School Aurora | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| New America School - Aurora Aurora | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,835
Median Home Value
$398,300
Median Rent
$1,697/mo
Population
51,389
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Elementary School Longmont, CO | 3.8 |
| Arkansas Elementary School Aurora, CO | 3.8 |
| Arrowhead Elementary School Aurora, CO | 3.8 |
| Bayfield Intermediate School Bayfield, CO | 3.8 |
| Columbine Elementary School Fort Morgan, CO | 3.8 |
| Dos Rios Elementary School Evans, CO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highline Community Elementary School
What grades does Highline Community Elementary School serve?
Highline Community Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highline Community Elementary School?
Highline Community Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highline Community Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highline Community Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highline Community Elementary School rank in CO?
Highline Community Elementary School ranks #1,657 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Highline Community Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highline Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Highline Community Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highline Community Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Highline Community Elementary School a charter school?
No, Highline Community Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highline Community Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Highline Community Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highline Community Elementary School?
80.3% of students at Highline Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (720) 747-2300
Resources & Links
District
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah- District Enrollment
- 51,808
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,158
- District Rank
- #65 of 70
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