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#654 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 36% in state

Pine Lane Elementary

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

6485 E PONDEROSA DRIVE, Parker, CO 80138

Enrollment

774

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#654 of 1,815

In Parker

#15 of 26

public schools

In district

#57 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Pine Lane Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Parker · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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6.6/10

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About Pine Lane Elementary

Pine Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Parker, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Pine Lane Elementary serves approximately 774 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Pine Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #654 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Pine Lane Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.9% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+17 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Pine Lane Elementary — Students at Pine Lane Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 37 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
96%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
35%
2025
Math
53.3%
ELA
52.1%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Pine Lane Elementary Compares

See how Pine Lane Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in CO
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

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

6485 E PONDEROSA DRIVE, Parker, CO 80138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parker Core Knowledge Charter School (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Village Academy - Douglas County (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Challenge to Excellence Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parker, see our Parker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sierra Middle School Parker 0.3 mi 6.5
Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County Parker 0.7 mi 6.6
Global Village Academy - Douglas County Parker 0.6 mi 8.7
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School Parker 0.8 mi 9.3
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PARKER Parker 1.5 mi
Challenge to Excellence Charter School Parker 1.4 mi 8.6
SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parker 1.4 mi 5.7
Cherokee Trail Elementary School Parker 1.6 mi 6.4
RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Parker 1.6 mi
North Star Academy Parker 1.6 mi 8.2
Pioneer Elementary School Parker 2.3 mi 7.8
Iron Horse Elementary School Parker 2.5 mi 7.2
Creekside Elementary School Centennial 2.6 mi 8.3
Mammoth Heights Elementary Parker 2.0 mi 6.7
LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Parker 2.8 mi 3.7
Chaparral High School Parker 2.3 mi 7.5
Pine Grove Elementary School Parker 2.4 mi 7.7
Liberty Middle School Aurora 2.9 mi 5.4
Prairie Crossing Elementary School Parker 2.8 mi 8.4
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Parker 3.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,397

Median Home Value

$679,800

Median Rent

$1,919/mo

Population

35,942

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Lane Elementary

What grades does Pine Lane Elementary serve?

Pine Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Pine Lane Elementary?

Pine Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 774 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Lane Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Lane Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Lane Elementary rank in CO?

Pine Lane Elementary ranks #654 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Pine Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Pine Lane Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Lane Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pine Lane Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Pine Lane Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pine Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Lane Elementary?

34.1% of students at Pine Lane Elementary 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
774
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

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