Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Forest Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Black Forest Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
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Black Forest Hills Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Black Forest Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Forest Hills Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#317 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
6%
5%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Black Forest Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Black Forest Hills Elementary School is ranked #317 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
516 students attend Black Forest Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Black Forest Hills Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 15:1.
What grades does Black Forest Hills Elementary School offer ?
Black Forest Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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 Arapahoe.
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.
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