Serving 647 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westerly Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westerly Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westerly Creek Elementary School's student population of 647 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
Westerly Creek Elementary achieves academic excellence by nurturing students’ curiosity in a child-centric, inclusive learning community.
School Rankings
Westerly Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westerly Creek 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
#56 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
8%
5%
White
62%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westerly Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Westerly Creek Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Westerly Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Westerly Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swigert International School, William (Bill) Roberts Ece-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Westerly Creek Elementary School?
647 students attend Westerly Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Westerly Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westerly Creek Elementary School?
Westerly Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westerly Creek Elementary School offer ?
Westerly Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westerly Creek Elementary School part of?
Westerly Creek Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Westerly Creek Elementary School located?
Westerly Creek Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 39 other public schools located in Northeast.
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