Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Indian Ridge Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Indian Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Ridge Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#321 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
9%
5%
White
62%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Ridge Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Indian Ridge Elementary School?
410 students attend Indian Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Indian Ridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Ridge Elementary School?
Indian Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indian Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Indian Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Ridge Elementary School part of?
Indian Ridge Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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