Walnut Hills Elementary School is committed to providing a well-rounded education with its science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, or STEAM, enrichment courses. The school focuses on preparing its kindergarten through fifth grade students for successful academic careers and college attendance.
A short drive from the Willow Oaks neighborhood, the school is part of the Cherry Creek School District.
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School has won the Colorado Department of Education John Irwin School of Excellence Award for its academic achievement.
The school aims to have a high number of teachers with a master’s degree on staff who work to improve student performance.
Part of the school's success stems from building and maintaining engaging relationships with members of the community. The school's innovation, technology, mental health support and educational programs serve the students, faculty and staff, as well as parents.
Walnut Hills Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
8195 E Costilla Blvd,
Centennial, CO
Cherry Creek School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
64%
Niche Grade
A-
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
64%
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Math Proficiency
57%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
24
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Full Time Teachers
24
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Teachers in First or Second Year
21.5%
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
26.5%
State Average
25%
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Science
55.4%
State Average
30.7%
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Student Diversity
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Male
55%
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Female
45%
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White
42.1%
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Hispanic
28.4%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
14%
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Two or more races
12%
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Black
3.2%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/15/2017
Walnut Hills is a school that feels like family. It is a thriving community dedicated to excellence.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/23/2018
This is is our 3rd year at Walnut Hills and we love it! It has a very strong family feeling and my daughter is doing well academically! It is a small public school and that is another reason we love it!
3/9/2016
We love Walnut Hills. My children love coming to school every single day. The community is also very involved with lots of opportunities for parents/family to volunteer. I have seen both my kids blossom since moving to Walnut Hills. It really is a great school.
5/27/2015
Warm, loving teachers and an incredible community. My son has been very happy at this school.
4/29/2014
Walnut Hills lived up to it's reputation. It was an amazing school that provided a wonderful, nurturing environment for my child. I was really impressed with their dedication to the arts and community without sacrificing a high academic standard. I will miss this school so much.
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$265K - $1.1M
Homes For Sale
13
Average Home Value
$602,111
Median Lot Size
10,890 Sq Ft
% Renters
18%
Average Household Income
$141,816
% of College Grads
54.1%
Median Age
43
Average House Size
2,140 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
61.2%
Homes for Sale
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$3,250 per month
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- K to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Cherry Creek State Park
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Dog Park
Walnut Hills Park
- Playground
Willow Creek Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Hunters Hill Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Soccer
Marjorie Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Holly Park and Tennis Center
- Pool
- Tennis
- Playground
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Walnut Hills Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Centennial, CO and is served by the Cherry Creek School District in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 358 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Walnut Hills Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $602,111. Discover additional schools in the area, like Colorado Summit Connections Academy, Endeavor Academy, Thomas Jefferson High School, and more. Learn more about what Centennial has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Walnut Hills Elementary School.