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#690 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 38% in state

Sage Canyon Elementary

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

2420 AUTUMN SAGE STREET, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Enrollment

556

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#690 of 1,815

In Castle Rock

#9 of 22

public schools

In district

#59 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Sage Canyon Elementary

6.9/10

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

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5.4/10

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6.0/10

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About Sage Canyon Elementary

Sage Canyon Elementary is a public elementary school in Castle Rock, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Sage Canyon Elementary serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Sage Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Sage Canyon Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.6% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+20.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Sage Canyon Elementary — Students at Sage Canyon Elementary score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 33 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
41%
2025
Math
56.4%
ELA
54.9%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Sage Canyon Elementary Compares

See how Sage Canyon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in CO
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

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

2420 AUTUMN SAGE STREET, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sage Canyon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. World Compass Academy (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franktown Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Franktown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Flagstone Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Castle Rock, see our Castle Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Rock Ridge Elementary School Castle Rock 1.3 mi 5.4
Castle Rock Elementary School Castle Rock 1.5 mi 6.0
Mesa Middle School Castle Rock 1.7 mi 5.0
South Ridge Elementary An IB World School Castle Rock 1.8 mi 6.2
Douglas County High School Castle Rock 1.9 mi 7.8
Renaissance Secondary School Castle Rock 2.0 mi 8.4
Early Childhood Center Castle Rock 2.1 mi 3.6
Renaissance Expedition Learn Outward Bound School Castle Rock 2.1 mi 6.0
Flagstone Elementary School Castle Rock 2.2 mi 7.6
Daniel C Oakes High School--Castle Rock Castle Rock 2.8 mi 4.3
Academy Charter School Castle Rock 2.7 mi 6.3
World Compass Academy Castle Rock 3.8 mi 8.6
Aspen View Academy Castle Rock 3.4 mi 7.6
Castle Rock Middle School Castle Rock 4.0 mi 6.4
Franktown Elementary School Franktown 4.0 mi 7.8
Castle View High School Castle Rock 4.2 mi 6.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Franktown 4.4 mi 5.6
Ponderosa High School Parker 4.8 mi 7.1
Clear Sky Elementary Castle Rock 4.4 mi 4.9
Meadow View Elementary School Castle Rock 4.6 mi 6.4

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 Sage Canyon Elementary

What grades does Sage Canyon Elementary serve?

Sage Canyon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Sage Canyon Elementary?

Sage Canyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sage Canyon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sage Canyon Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sage Canyon Elementary rank in CO?

Sage Canyon Elementary ranks #690 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Sage Canyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sage Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Sage Canyon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sage Canyon Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Sage Canyon Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sage Canyon Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sage Canyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sage Canyon Elementary?

9.9% of students at Sage Canyon 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

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