COUGAR RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

COUGAR RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Douglas County School District No. Re 1 school district, located in HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO with about 505 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 27 teachers, COUGAR RUN 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.

COUGAR RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the master-planned community of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is a highly regarded K–6 institution within the Douglas County School District. Known for its strong focus on academic excellence and character development, the school fosters a supportive environment that emphasizes both individual student growth and collaborative learning. The campus serves a diverse suburban population, utilizing a curriculum designed to challenge students while integrating technology and creative problem-solving into everyday classroom activities.

Beyond the classroom, Cougar Run is celebrated for its tight-knit community atmosphere and active parent involvement. The school maintains a robust partnership with the local community, encouraging extracurricular participation through various clubs, arts programs, and athletic opportunities. With a mission centered on creating lifelong learners, the staff works closely with families to ensure a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact COUGAR RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 387-6675 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8780 VENNEFORD RANCH ROAD
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126-5046
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COUGAR RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO with about 505 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
505
Teachers:
27.5
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
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 505 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending COUGAR RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
76.0%
Hispanic/Latino
14.7%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
3.2%
Black or African American
1.2%
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.