Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Forest Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Forest Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Black Forest Hills Elementary School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black Forest Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Forest Hills Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#387 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
5%
5%
White
62%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Forest Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Black Forest Hills Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Black Forest Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Black Forest Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coyote Hills Elementary School, Pine Ridge Elementary School, Buffalo Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Black Forest Hills Elementary School?
593 students attend Black Forest Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Black Forest Hills Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Forest Hills Elementary School?
Black Forest Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Black Forest Hills Elementary School offer ?
Black Forest Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Black Forest Hills Elementary School part of?
Black Forest Hills Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Black Forest Hills Elementary School located?
Black Forest Hills Elementary School is located in the Tallyns Reach neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Tallyns Reach.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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