Serving 925 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bear Creek K-8 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 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Creek K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bear Creek K-8 School's student population of 925 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Bear Creek K-8 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 Bear Creek K-8 School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
45%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Creek K-8 School's ranking?
Bear Creek K-8 School is ranked #816 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bear Creek K-8 School?
925 students attend Bear Creek K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bear Creek K-8 School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Creek K-8 School?
Bear Creek K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bear Creek K-8 School offer ?
Bear Creek K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bear Creek K-8 School part of?
Bear Creek K-8 School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Bear Creek K-8 School located?
Bear Creek K-8 School is located in the Bear Creek neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Bear Creek.
School Reviews
2 5/17/2016
This school does not take into account that a child's love of learning is what should be fostered throughout their lives. ''Perfect'' is the standard they expect every child to meet.
5 5/24/2010
This is an amazing school!!! Very hard, prepares you very well for high school.
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