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#189 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 10% in state

Prairie Crossing Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

11605 SOUTH BRADBURY RANCH DRIVE, Parker, CO 80134

Enrollment

610

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#189 of 1,815

In Parker

#4 of 26

public schools

In district

#16 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Prairie Crossing Elementary School

8.4/10

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

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About Prairie Crossing Elementary School

Prairie Crossing Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parker, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Prairie Crossing Elementary School serves approximately 610 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

Prairie Crossing Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Prairie Crossing Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+30 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Prairie Crossing Elementary School — Students at Prairie Crossing Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (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
94%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
46%
2025
Math
66.3%
ELA
70%

* 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 Prairie Crossing Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in CO
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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

11605 SOUTH BRADBURY RANCH DRIVE, Parker, CO 80134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prairie Crossing Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parker Core Knowledge Charter School (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Global Village Academy - Douglas County (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Challenge to Excellence Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Parker, see our Parker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Parker 0.5 mi 4.7
Gold Rush Elementary Parker 0.9 mi 7.6
Cherokee Trail Elementary School Parker 1.2 mi 6.4
Pine Grove Elementary School Parker 1.3 mi 7.7
North Star Academy Parker 1.9 mi 8.2
RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Parker 1.9 mi
Legacy Point Elementary School Parker 1.9 mi 6.6
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PARKER Parker 1.6 mi
SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parker 2.2 mi 5.7
Chaparral High School Parker 2.2 mi 7.5
Mammoth Heights Elementary Parker 2.3 mi 6.7
Global Village Academy - Douglas County Parker 2.4 mi 8.7
Challenge to Excellence Charter School Parker 2.5 mi 8.6
LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Parker 2.1 mi 3.7
Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County Parker 2.3 mi 6.6
Iron Horse Elementary School Parker 2.3 mi 7.2
Pine Lane Elementary Parker 2.8 mi 7.0
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School Parker 2.7 mi 9.3
Leman Classical Academy Parker 3.0 mi 7.8
Sierra Middle School Parker 3.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,162

Median Home Value

$643,200

Median Rent

$2,027/mo

Population

77,814

College Educated

59.3%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prairie Crossing Elementary School

What grades does Prairie Crossing Elementary School serve?

Prairie Crossing Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Prairie Crossing Elementary School?

Prairie Crossing Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 610 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Crossing Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Crossing Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prairie Crossing Elementary School rank in CO?

Prairie Crossing Elementary School ranks #189 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Prairie Crossing Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Prairie Crossing Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Prairie Crossing Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Crossing Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Prairie Crossing Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Prairie Crossing Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

15.9% of students at Prairie Crossing 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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