Excellent
#159 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 9% in state
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School
Elementary School · Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
8195 EAST COSTILLA BOULEVARD, Centennial, CO 80112
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#159 of 1,815
In Centennial
#7 of 24
public schools
In district
#10 of 70
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Walnut Hills Community Elementary School
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School is a public elementary school in Centennial, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Walnut Hills Community Elementary School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Hills Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Hills Community Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Walnut Hills Community Elementary School — Students at Walnut Hills Community Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
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: 8.1/10.
How Walnut Hills Community Elementary School Compares
See how Walnut Hills 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
8195 EAST COSTILLA BOULEVARD, Centennial, CO 80112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Hills Community Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Creek Charter Academy (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Greenwood Village), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ford Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Homestead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Centennial, see our Centennial schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,504
Median Home Value
$627,500
Median Rent
$1,948/mo
Population
36,687
College Educated
62.1%
Homeownership
52.3%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
35.7
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| Bergen Valley Intermediate School Evergreen, CO | 8.5 |
| Bromwell Elementary School Denver, CO | 8.5 |
| Crested Butte Elementary School Crested Butte, CO | 8.5 |
| Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon Denver, CO | 8.5 |
| Horizons K-8 School Boulder, CO | 8.5 |
| Kohl Elementary School Broomfield, CO | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Hills Community Elementary School
What grades does Walnut Hills Community Elementary School serve?
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Walnut Hills Community Elementary School?
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Hills Community Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Hills Community Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Hills Community Elementary School rank in CO?
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School ranks #159 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Walnut Hills Community Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Walnut Hills Community Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Hills Community Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Walnut Hills Community Elementary School a charter school?
No, Walnut Hills Community Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Hills Community Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Walnut Hills Community Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Hills Community Elementary School?
34.9% of students at Walnut Hills 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
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (720) 554-3800
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
- #10 of 70
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