Running Creek Elementary School
309 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Running Creek Elementary School is located in the rural community of Elizabeth, Colorado, and serves as a key educational institution within the Elizabeth School District. The school provides a traditional elementary education curriculum focused on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school. As part of a district that prides itself on maintaining a small-town, community-oriented atmosphere, Running Creek emphasizes a supportive learning environment where educators and staff work closely with families to foster student success.
The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and character development, often leveraging its location in Elbert County to offer a grounded, community-focused experience. With a curriculum aligned with state standards, the school balances rigorous classroom instruction with various extracurricular opportunities and activities designed to engage students. By fostering strong partnerships between the school and the local community, Running Creek Elementary aims to cultivate a safe and collaborative environment that encourages students to become active, lifelong learners.
The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and character development, often leveraging its location in Elbert County to offer a grounded, community-focused experience. With a curriculum aligned with state standards, the school balances rigorous classroom instruction with various extracurricular opportunities and activities designed to engage students. By fostering strong partnerships between the school and the local community, Running Creek Elementary aims to cultivate a safe and collaborative environment that encourages students to become active, lifelong learners.
309
Total Students
24.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
33.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 244 |
| Hispanic | 52 |
| Two or More | 11 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White244 (79.0 %)
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Hispanic52 (16.8 %)
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Two or More11 (3.6 %)
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American Indian2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | ELIZABETH SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (303)646-4620 |
| Website: | http://www.elizabethschooldistrict.org/rce |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 309 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 88 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 14 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
54
Grade 1
52
Grade 2
44
Grade 3
44
Grade 4
48
Grade 5
67
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 54 |
| Grade 1 | 52 |
| Grade 2 | 44 |
| Grade 3 | 44 |
| Grade 4 | 48 |
| Grade 5 | 67 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 148 | 47.9% |
| Male | 161 | 52.1% |
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