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#113 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 6% in state

Summit View Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

10200 SOUTH PIEDMONT DRIVE, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#113 of 1,815

In Highlands Ranch

#4 of 26

public schools

In district

#6 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Summit View Elementary School

8.7/10

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

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8.0/10

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8.1/10

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About Summit View Elementary School

Summit View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highlands Ranch, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Summit View Elementary School serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Summit View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Summit View Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.7% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.9% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+31.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Summit View Elementary School — Students at Summit View Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (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
98%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
75%
2025
Math
68.4%
ELA
73.6%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Summit View Elementary School Compares

See how Summit View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in CO
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

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

10200 SOUTH PIEDMONT DRIVE, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eldorado Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Northridge Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Highlands Ranch, see our Highlands Ranch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Mountain Ridge Middle School Highlands Ranch 0.6 mi 8.0
Mountain Vista High School Highlands Ranch 0.6 mi 8.1
Heritage Elementary School Highlands Ranch 0.6 mi 8.9
Copper Mesa Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.1 mi 7.7
VALOR CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Highlands Ranch 1.2 mi 4.5
Bear Canyon Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.2 mi 6.6
ARMA DEI ACADEMY Highlands Ranch 1.3 mi 5.6
Arrowwood Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.5 mi 5.9
Cougar Run Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.8 mi 8.2
Platte River Charter Academy Highlands Ranch 1.8 mi 8.3
Northridge Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.8 mi 8.6
Sand Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch 2.0 mi 7.8
MILE HIGH ACADEMY Highlands Ranch 2.2 mi 6.9
Highlands Ranch High School Highlands Ranch 1.8 mi 7.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT SHADOW CANYON Littleton 2.2 mi
Saddle Ranch Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.9 mi 8.0
Cresthill Middle School Highlands Ranch 2.1 mi 8.0
ST KATHARINE DREXEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Littleton 2.2 mi
Stone Mountain Elementary Highlands Ranch 2.2 mi 8.6
Eldorado Elementary School Highlands Ranch 2.3 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,501

Median Home Value

$713,500

Median Rent

$2,379/mo

Population

44,482

College Educated

69.5%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

2%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit View Elementary School

What grades does Summit View Elementary School serve?

Summit View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Summit View Elementary School?

Summit View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit View Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit View Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit View Elementary School rank in CO?

Summit View Elementary School ranks #113 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Summit View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Summit View Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit View Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Summit View Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Summit View Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Summit View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summit View Elementary School?

9.2% of students at Summit View 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

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