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#124 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 7% in state

Homestead Elementary School

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

7451 SOUTH HOMESTEAD PARKWAY, Centennial, CO 80112

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Centennial

#4 of 24

public schools

Colorado elementary schools

#106 of 1,006

In district

#8 of 70

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

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Homestead Elementary School

Homestead Elementary School is a public elementary school in Centennial, CO, part of the Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. The school serves approximately 338 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 93.2th percentile among CO schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 69% proficiency in math, 30 points above the state average and 74% in reading/language arts, 29 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $107,504, where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.7Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency73%
Math vs. State Avg+36.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.1 pts
Overall Proficiency73%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,137

Homestead Elementary School — Students at Homestead Elementary School score 73% 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

13.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.1%
School
State
39.5%
ELA Proficiency 73.7%
School
State
44.9%

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
64.5%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
62%
2025
Math
72.8%
ELA
72.7%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Homestead Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in CO
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
8.1/10
Above average
Environment
7.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

Location

7451 SOUTH HOMESTEAD PARKWAY, Centennial, CO 80112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Homestead Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dry Creek Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Englewood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ford Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walnut Hills Community Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Centennial, see our Centennial schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dry Creek Elementary School Englewood 0.5 mi 9.2
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Centennial 0.8 mi 7.7
WILLOWS-OLDE MILL Centennial 0.8 mi
Heritage Elementary School Centennial 1.0 mi 7.8
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School Centennial 0.9 mi 8.0
Skyview Academy Highlands Ranch 1.4 mi 5.1
Willow Creek Elementary School Centennial 1.3 mi 6.5
CREME DE LA CREME COLORADO Lone Tree 1.6 mi
Ford Elementary Centennial 1.4 mi 8.6
Lois Lenski Elementary School Centennial 1.7 mi 6.7
Acres Green Elementary School Littleton 1.9 mi 7.0
ESPREE CHILD LEARNING CENTER Highlands Ranch 2.0 mi
Newton Middle School Centennial 1.9 mi 7.7
Fox Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch 2.4 mi 7.5
Greenwood Elementary School Greenwood Village 2.4 mi 7.1
Eagle Ridge Elementary School Lone Tree 2.4 mi 6.9
ANASTASIS ACADEMY Centennial 2.1 mi 6.6
FUSION ACADEMY DENVER Greenwood Village 2.6 mi 6.7
Cresthill Middle School Highlands Ranch 2.5 mi 8.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT SHADOW CANYON Littleton 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,504

Median Home Value

$627,500

Median Rent

$1,948/mo

Population

36,687

College Educated

62.1%

Homeownership

52.3%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

35.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Homestead Elementary School has a median household income of $107,504. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $627,500, with a median rent of $1,948/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. 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
Chatfield Elementary School Grand Junction, CO 8.4
Crested Butte Elementary School Crested Butte, CO 8.4
Erie Elementary School Erie, CO 8.4
Franktown Elementary School Franktown, CO 8.4
Global Village Academy - Douglas County Parker, CO 8.4
King Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Homestead Elementary School

What grades does Homestead Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Homestead Elementary School?

Homestead Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Homestead Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Homestead Elementary School rank in CO?

Homestead Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Homestead Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Homestead Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Homestead Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Homestead Elementary School has 69.1% math proficiency and 73.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Homestead Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Homestead Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

13.9% of students at Homestead 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,903/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Arapahoe 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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