Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bear Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Creek 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
Bear Creek Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Bear Creek Elementary is to create challenging, meaningful and engaging learning opportunities.
School Rankings
Bear Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Creek Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#11 out of 1748 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Bear Creek Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bear Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Bear Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bear Creek Elementary School?
318 students attend Bear Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bear Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Creek Elementary School?
Bear Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bear Creek Elementary School offer ?
Bear Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bear Creek Elementary School part of?
Bear Creek Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Bear Creek Elementary School located?
Bear Creek Elementary School is located in the South Boulder neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in South Boulder.
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