Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Soaring Hawk Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soaring Hawk Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Soaring Hawk Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soaring Hawk Elementary School is 0.39, which is less 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
#355 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Soaring Hawk Elementary School's ranking?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Soaring Hawk Elementary School often compared to?
Soaring Hawk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Sky Elementary School, Meadow View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Soaring Hawk Elementary School?
440 students attend Soaring Hawk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Soaring Hawk Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soaring Hawk Elementary School?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Soaring Hawk Elementary School offer ?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soaring Hawk Elementary School part of?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Soaring Hawk Elementary School located?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School is located in the The Meadows neighborhood of Castle Rock, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in The Meadows.
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