HIGH PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HIGH PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah school district, located in GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO with about 592 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, HIGH PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Greenwood Village, Colorado, is part of the highly regarded Cherry Creek School District. Serving students in preschool through fifth grade, the school is known for its focus on academic excellence, inclusive learning environments, and a strong sense of community. The campus is designed to foster both intellectual and social-emotional growth, often emphasizing collaborative projects, technology integration, and a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond.
Beyond its academic program, High Plains Elementary is characterized by a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community. The school benefits from a highly engaged Parent-Teacher Community Organization (PTCO) that supports extracurricular activities, enrichment programs, and school events. With a dedication to "excellence for all," the school works to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be curious, empathetic, and responsible citizens, making it a cornerstone of the local neighborhood.
For more information, contact HIGH PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 554-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111-5423
(720) 554-3600
HIGH PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO with about 592 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 592
- Teachers:
- 32.6
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 592 students
- White
- 62.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.5%
- Asian
- 13.3%
- Two or more races
- 7.4%
- Black or African American
- 2.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
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.