Serving 1,431 students in grades 9-12, Bear Creek High 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 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bear Creek High School's student population of 1,431 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Creek High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Creek High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#617 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
43%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
43%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Creek High School's ranking?
Bear Creek High School is ranked #617 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bear Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Bear Creek High School is 89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Bear Creek High School?
1,431 students attend Bear Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bear Creek High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Creek High School?
Bear Creek High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bear Creek High School offer ?
Bear Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bear Creek High School part of?
Bear Creek High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Bear Creek High School located?
Bear Creek High School is located in the Bear Creek neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Bear Creek.
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