Walnut Hills Elementary School

Walnut Hills Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
8195 E Costilla Blvd,  Centennial, CO
Cherry Creek School District
5.0
4.6
358 Students
A
Niche Grade
Walnut Hills Elementary School is committed to providing a well-rounded education with its science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, or STEAM, enrichment courses. The school focuses on preparing its kindergarten through fifth grade students for successful academic careers and college attendance. A short drive from the Willow Oaks neighborhood, the school is part of the Cherry Creek School District. Walnut Hills Community Elementary School has won the Colorado Department of Education John Irwin School of Excellence Award for its academic achievement. The school aims to have a high number of teachers with a master’s degree on staff who work to improve student performance. Part of the school's success stems from building and maintaining engaging relationships with members of the community. The school's innovation, technology, mental health support and educational programs serve the students, faculty and staff, as well as parents.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
62%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Teachers in First or Second Year
21.5%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
26.5%
State Average
25%
Science
55.4%
State Average
30.7%
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Male
55.6%
Female
44.4%
White
49.5%
Hispanic
21.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
15.6%
Two or more races
8.1%
Black
5.4%
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School Rankings

#10 Best Public ES Teachers in Colorado
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
5.0 3 Reviews
5.0 Parent
11/4/2019
My kids have been going to Walnut Hills for 3 years now. I cannot say enough of this school. Just great!
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 17 Reviews
5.0 parent
8/23/2018
This is is our 3rd year at Walnut Hills and we love it! It has a very strong family feeling and my daughter is doing well academically! It is a small public school and that is another reason we love it!
5.0 other
3/9/2016
We love Walnut Hills. My children love coming to school every single day. The community is also very involved with lots of opportunities for parents/family to volunteer. I have seen both my kids blossom since moving to Walnut Hills. It really is a great school.
5.0 other
5/27/2015
Warm, loving teachers and an incredible community. My son has been very happy at this school.
4.0 parent
4/29/2014
Walnut Hills lived up to it's reputation. It was an amazing school that provided a wonderful, nurturing environment for my child. I was really impressed with their dedication to the arts and community without sacrificing a high academic standard. I will miss this school so much.

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