Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, High Plains Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
High Plains Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To have honor, embrace ownership, work hard, show leadership and be safe.
School Rankings
High Plains Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Plains Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#895 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
6%
5%
White
40%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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: Timber
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Plains Elementary School's ranking?
High Plains Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are High Plains Elementary School often compared to?
High Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Endeavour Elementary School, Explorer Elementary 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend High Plains Elementary School?
248 students attend High Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of High Plains Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Plains Elementary School?
High Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does High Plains Elementary School offer ?
High Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High Plains Elementary School part of?
High Plains Elementary School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is High Plains Elementary School located?
High Plains Elementary School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 17 other public schools located in Briargate.
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