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Rock Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

400 NORTH HERITAGE ROAD, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Enrollment

466

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,194 of 1,815

In Castle Rock

#17 of 22

public schools

In district

#79 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Rock Ridge Elementary School

5.4/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Rock Ridge Elementary School

Rock Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Castle Rock, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Rock Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Rock Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,194 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Rock Ridge Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.9% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.6% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.2 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Rock Ridge Elementary School — Students at Rock Ridge Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 49.7% (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
95%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
26%
2025
Math
37.6%
ELA
42.8%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Rock Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
34th percentile in CO
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

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

400 NORTH HERITAGE ROAD, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rock Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. World Compass Academy (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franktown Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Franktown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flagstone Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Castle Rock, see our Castle Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Mesa Middle School Castle Rock 0.9 mi 5.0
Sage Canyon Elementary Castle Rock 1.3 mi 6.9
Flagstone Elementary School Castle Rock 1.3 mi 7.6
South Ridge Elementary An IB World School Castle Rock 1.7 mi 6.2
Castle Rock Elementary School Castle Rock 2.0 mi 6.0
Douglas County High School Castle Rock 2.6 mi 7.8
Daniel C Oakes High School--Castle Rock Castle Rock 2.5 mi 4.3
Renaissance Secondary School Castle Rock 3.0 mi 8.4
Early Childhood Center Castle Rock 3.1 mi 3.6
Renaissance Expedition Learn Outward Bound School Castle Rock 3.2 mi 6.0
Academy Charter School Castle Rock 3.2 mi 6.3
World Compass Academy Castle Rock 3.4 mi 8.6
Franktown Elementary School Franktown 3.6 mi 7.8
Aspen View Academy Castle Rock 4.1 mi 7.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Franktown 5.0 mi 5.6
Ponderosa High School Parker 5.4 mi 7.1
Castle Rock Middle School Castle Rock 4.9 mi 6.4
Castle View High School Castle Rock 5.1 mi 6.8
Clear Sky Elementary Castle Rock 4.9 mi 4.9
Sagewood Middle School Parker 5.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,359

Median Home Value

$586,800

Median Rent

$1,816/mo

Population

36,461

College Educated

54.2%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rock Ridge Elementary School

What grades does Rock Ridge Elementary School serve?

Rock Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Rock Ridge Elementary School?

Rock Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Ridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rock Ridge Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rock Ridge Elementary School rank in CO?

Rock Ridge Elementary School ranks #1,194 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Rock Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rock Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Rock Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rock Ridge Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rock Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rock Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

27.9% of students at Rock Ridge 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

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