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#924 of 1,815 schools in CO
South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School
Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1 · Castle Rock, CO
A Douglas County School District No. Re 1 elementary school where students score 5 points below what's typical for similar communities.
1100 SOUTH STREET, Castle Rock, CO 80104
- Math 26% vs CO 40% (2025)
- Reading 39% vs CO 45% (2025)
- 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
2025 CMAS proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CO average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 8 points since 2020, reaching 33% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 34% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 42% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
49.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 15Car-Dependent
- Bike 31Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated976/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Castle Rock), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$131,359
Median home value
$586,800
Median rent
$1,816/mo
College educated
54.2%
Homeownership
80.2%
Poverty rate
4.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 80104; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
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Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Rock Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.0 | PK–6 | 0.9 mi | 450 | Compare → |
| Academy Charter SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 6.3 | PK–8 | 1.7 mi | 582 | Compare → |
| Rock Ridge Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.4 | PK–6 | 1.7 mi | 466 | Compare → |
| Sage Canyon ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.9 | PK–6 | 1.8 mi | 556 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Douglas County School District No. Re 1
- Schools in district
- 89
- Rank in district
- #71 of 88
- District spending per student
- $12,942NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 2.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School is listed in Douglas County School District No. Re 1; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School
South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School is a public elementary school in Castle Rock, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1, serving approximately 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #924 of 1,815 schools in CO.
State assessment records show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School
What grades does South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School serve?
South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School?
South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School rank in CO?
South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School ranks #924 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School a charter school?
No, South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School a Title I school?
No, South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Ridge Elementary an Ib World School?
49.1% of students at South Ridge Elementary an Ib World 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (303) 387-5075
- Area population (ZIP 80104)
- 36,461
- Area average commute
- 29.8 min
- Area median age
- 37
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 CMAS · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 CMAS · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 80104; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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