Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rolling Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolling Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rolling Hills Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Safe, Respectful, and Responsible
School Rankings
Rolling Hills 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 Rolling Hills Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#273 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
7%
5%
White
64%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolling Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rolling Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Rolling Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rolling Hills Elementary School?
499 students attend Rolling Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rolling Hills Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolling Hills Elementary School?
Rolling Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rolling Hills Elementary School offer ?
Rolling Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rolling Hills Elementary School part of?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Rolling Hills Elementary School located?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is located in the High Point neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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