COPPER MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
COPPER MESA 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 517 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 27 teachers, COPPER MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
COPPER MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the master-planned community of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is a public school serving students from preschool through sixth grade as part of the Douglas County School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and character development, the school fosters a collaborative learning environment that emphasizes both individual student growth and community involvement. It is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and a curriculum that integrates core academic standards with opportunities for critical thinking and creative problem-solving.
Beyond its academic focus, Copper Mesa places a high value on building a supportive school culture. The campus is known for its active parent-teacher involvement and a variety of extracurricular programs that encourage students to explore interests in arts, athletics, and technology. By prioritizing a "whole-child" approach, the school strives to create an inclusive and safe atmosphere where students are encouraged to become responsible, life-long learners who are prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact COPPER MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 387-7375 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126-8033
(303) 387-7375
COPPER MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO with about 517 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Douglas County School District No. Re 1
- Total Students:
- 517
- 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
* 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 517 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending COPPER MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 77.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.4%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- Asian
- 5.2%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
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.