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#56 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 3% in state

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

6585 LIONSHEAD PARKWAY, Littleton, CO 80124

Enrollment

416

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#56 of 1,815

In Littleton

#1 of 42

public schools

In district

#3 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Wildcat Mountain Elementary School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Littleton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Wildcat Mountain Elementary School

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School is a public elementary school in Littleton, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Wildcat Mountain Elementary School serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Wildcat Mountain Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.8% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+32.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.9 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School — Students at Wildcat Mountain Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 75.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 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
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
64%
2025
Math
68.9%
ELA
71.5%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Wildcat Mountain Elementary School Compares

See how Wildcat Mountain Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in CO
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

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

6585 LIONSHEAD PARKWAY, Littleton, CO 80124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wildcat Mountain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redstone Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Highlands Ranch), with a very similar rating. Another option is Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Highlands Ranch), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lone Tree Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lone Tree), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Littleton, see our Littleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Redstone Elementary School Highlands Ranch 0.5 mi 9.1
ST KATHARINE DREXEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Littleton 0.6 mi
Rock Canyon High School Highlands Ranch 0.8 mi 8.2
Rocky Heights Middle School Littleton 1.0 mi 7.7
Fox Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.3 mi 8.0
Arrowwood Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.2 mi 5.9
Eagle Ridge Elementary School Lone Tree 1.5 mi 7.7
Highlands Ranch High School Highlands Ranch 1.6 mi 7.9
ESPREE CHILD LEARNING CENTER Highlands Ranch 1.8 mi
Cresthill Middle School Highlands Ranch 1.7 mi 8.0
VALOR CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Highlands Ranch 1.8 mi 4.5
Acres Green Elementary School Littleton 2.2 mi 4.5
Lone Tree Elementary Lone Tree 1.9 mi 8.6
CREME DE LA CREME COLORADO Lone Tree 2.3 mi
Skyview Academy Highlands Ranch 2.4 mi 7.4
Copper Mesa Elementary School Highlands Ranch 2.0 mi 7.7
Platte River Charter Academy Highlands Ranch 2.2 mi 8.3
Heritage Elementary School Highlands Ranch 2.0 mi 8.9
Eagle Academy Lone Tree 2.3 mi 5.7
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT SHADOW CANYON Littleton 2.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,775

Median Home Value

$726,600

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

22,472

College Educated

66.5%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

39

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Bamford Elementary School Loveland, CO 9.0
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Challenge School Denver, CO 9.0
Chipeta Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO 9.0
Colorado STEM Academy Westminster, CO 9.0
Eldorado Elementary School Highlands Ranch, CO 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wildcat Mountain Elementary School

What grades does Wildcat Mountain Elementary School serve?

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wildcat Mountain Elementary School?

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildcat Mountain Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wildcat Mountain Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wildcat Mountain Elementary School rank in CO?

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School ranks #56 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wildcat Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Wildcat Mountain Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildcat Mountain Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Wildcat Mountain Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wildcat Mountain Elementary School?

14.4% of students at Wildcat Mountain 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

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