WESTERLY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WESTERLY CREEK ELEMENTARY is a public elementary school that is part of the School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C school district, located in DENVER, CO with about 704 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, WESTERLY CREEK ELEMENTARY 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.

WESTERLY CREEK ELEMENTARY, located in the Stapleton (Central Park) neighborhood of Denver, is a prominent school within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) system. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, the school serves a diverse population of students from preschool through fifth grade. Westerly Creek places a significant emphasis on fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment, often highlighting its use of the "Expeditionary Learning" model, which encourages students to develop critical thinking skills through hands-on, inquiry-based projects and real-world problem solving.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Westerly Creek is widely recognized for its vibrant school culture and active parent involvement. The school maintains a focus on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning into daily instruction to ensure students are supported both academically and personally. With its modern facility and proximity to the community’s parks and open spaces, the school serves as a central hub for families in the area, aiming to prepare students to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens in a global society.

For more information, contact WESTERLY CREEK ELEMENTARY at (720) 424-3160 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8800 EAST 28TH AVENUE
DENVER, CO 80238-2627
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WESTERLY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in DENVER, CO with about 704 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
704
Teachers:
39.08
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 704 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WESTERLY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.

White
70.0%
Hispanic/Latino
13.4%
Two or more races
7.4%
Black or African American
5.4%
Asian
3.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.