Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hackberry Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hackberry Hill Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hackberry Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackberry Hill Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#583 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
35%
Black
2%
4%
White
67%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hackberry Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Hackberry Hill Elementary School is ranked #583 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hackberry Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Hackberry Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Hackberry Hill Elementary School?
367 students attend Hackberry Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hackberry Hill Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hackberry Hill Elementary School?
Hackberry Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hackberry Hill Elementary School offer ?
Hackberry Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hackberry Hill Elementary School part of?
Hackberry Hill Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Hackberry Hill Elementary School located?
Hackberry Hill Elementary School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Highlands.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Release 12:05
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School for 24-25
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Fall Break
October 18, 2024 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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