Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Soaring Hawk Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soaring Hawk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Soaring Hawk Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Soaring Hawk Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soaring Hawk Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#274 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soaring Hawk Elementary School's ranking?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Soaring Hawk Elementary School often compared to?
Soaring Hawk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Sky Elementary School, Meadow View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Soaring Hawk Elementary School?
460 students attend Soaring Hawk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Soaring Hawk Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soaring Hawk Elementary School?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Soaring Hawk Elementary School offer ?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Soaring Hawk Elementary School part of?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Soaring Hawk Elementary School located?
Soaring Hawk Elementary School is located in the The Meadows neighborhood of Castle Rock, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in The Meadows.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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