Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Creek 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oak Creek Elementary School's student population of 235 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Oak Creek 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 Oak Creek Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
54%
37%
Black
8%
5%
White
26%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Harrison School District No. 2 In The County Of El Paso An
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Creek Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Oak Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Soaring Eagles Community School, Sand Creek International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Oak Creek Elementary School?
235 students attend Oak Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Oak Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Creek Elementary School?
Oak Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oak Creek Elementary School offer ?
Oak Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Creek Elementary School part of?
Oak Creek Elementary School is part of Harrison School District No. 2 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Oak Creek Elementary School located?
Oak Creek Elementary School is located in the Southeast Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 19 other public schools located in Southeast Colorado Springs.
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