Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Antelope Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Antelope Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Antelope Ridge Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Motto
Honor, Effort, Responsibility and Dedication are the school-wide expectations for all students and staff at Antelope Ridge.
School Rankings
Antelope Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antelope Ridge Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#791 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
10%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antelope Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School is ranked #791 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Antelope Ridge Elementary School?
549 students attend Antelope Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Antelope Ridge Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antelope Ridge Elementary School?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Antelope Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Antelope Ridge Elementary School part of?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Antelope Ridge Elementary School located?
Antelope Ridge Elementary School is located in the Saddle Rock Ridge neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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