HIGH PEAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HIGH PEAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Boulder Valley School District No. Re2 school district, located in BOULDER, CO with about 311 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 13 teachers, HIGH PEAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HIGH PEAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 3995 East Aurora Avenue in Boulder, Colorado, is a public school within the Boulder Valley School District (BVSD). The school is well-regarded for its focus on a structured academic environment and its commitment to the "Core Knowledge" curriculum. By emphasizing a content-rich approach to learning, High Peaks seeks to provide students with a broad foundation of knowledge in subjects such as history, science, geography, and literature, aiming to ensure students are well-prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic rigor, High Peaks is known for fostering a close-knit school community that prioritizes parent involvement and character development. The school environment typically emphasizes high expectations for student behavior and academic achievement, supported by a dedicated teaching staff. Its location in Boulder places it within a vibrant community that often supports the school’s extracurricular programs and educational goals, making it a popular choice for local families seeking a structured and balanced primary education experience.

For more information, contact HIGH PEAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 561-6500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3995 EAST AURORA AVENUE
BOULDER, CO 80303-2543
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HIGH PEAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in BOULDER, CO with about 311 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
311
Teachers:
13.77
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 311 students

White
69.5%
Asian
17.4%
Two or more races
8.0%
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
Black or African American
0.6%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.