Needs Improvement
#1742 of 1,815 schools in CO
Village East Community Elementary School
Elementary School · Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
1433 SOUTH OAKLAND STREET, Aurora, CO 80012
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,742 of 1,815
In Aurora
#91 of 100
public schools
In district
#70 of 70
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
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Village East Community Elementary School
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About Village East Community Elementary School
Village East Community Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aurora, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Village East Community Elementary School serves approximately 719 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Village East Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,742 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Village East Community Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.6
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Village East Community Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Village East Community Elementary School — Students at Village East Community Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Village East Community Elementary School Compares
See how Village East Community Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1433 SOUTH OAKLAND STREET, Aurora, CO 80012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Village East Community Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Challenge School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joe Shoemaker School (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ponderosa Elementary School Aurora | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Highline Community Elementary School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Overland High School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Aurora Hills Middle School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Prairie Middle School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| MT. OLIVE LUTHERAN Aurora | 1.2 mi | — |
| Eastridge Community Elementary School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Virginia Court Elementary School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Lotus School for Excellence Aurora | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy Aurora | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| THREE BEARS LEARNING CENTER Denver | 1.2 mi | — |
| Challenge School Denver | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Colorado Early Colleges Aurora Aurora | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Polton Community Elementary School Aurora | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| CRESCENT VIEW ACADEMY Aurora | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| AXL Academy Aurora | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Aurora Academy Charter School Aurora | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Lansing Elementary Community School Aurora | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Jewell Elementary School Aurora | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Joe Shoemaker School Denver | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,835
Median Home Value
$398,300
Median Rent
$1,697/mo
Population
51,389
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Glacier Peak Elementary School Brighton, CO | 3.3 |
| Northeast Elementary School Brighton, CO | 3.3 |
| Scott Elementary School Greeley, CO | 3.3 |
| Side Creek Elementary School Aurora, CO | 3.3 |
| Belle Creek Charter School Henderson, CO | 3.2 |
| Elaine S. Padilla Elementary School Brighton, CO | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Village East Community Elementary School
What grades does Village East Community Elementary School serve?
Village East Community Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Village East Community Elementary School?
Village East Community Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 719 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Village East Community Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Village East Community Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Village East Community Elementary School rank in CO?
Village East Community Elementary School ranks #1,742 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Village East Community Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Village East Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Village East Community Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Village East Community Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Village East Community Elementary School a charter school?
No, Village East Community Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Village East Community Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Village East Community Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Village East Community Elementary School?
73.9% of students at Village East Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 719
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (720) 747-2000
Resources & Links
District
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah- District Enrollment
- 51,808
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,158
- District Rank
- #70 of 70
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