Willow Creek Elementary School

Willow Creek Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
7855 S Willow Way,  Centennial, CO
Willow Creek Neighborhood
Cherry Creek School District
4.1
558 Students
A
Niche Grade
Willow Creek Elementary School in Centennial focuses on giving students a positive educational environment. The school offers an array of subjects, clubs and a before- and after-school care program for students. Willow Creek Elementary School has grade-level instruction in science, math, social studies, writing and reading. Willow Creek Elementary School is a proponent of the thinking maps educational method, which uses visual representations and diagrams of problems and concepts to help students increase comprehension. Students can join in extracurricular activities and clubs, including Battle of the Books, Lego robotics, multicultural club and student government. Willow Creek Elementary School is known for keeping parents connected to their child's academic success by hosting meetings, sending weekly email communications, and preparing newsletters. The school's staff members have been committed to the development, success, and improvement of every student and faculty since its opening in 1977.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
64%
Reading Proficiency
72%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
64%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.2%

GreatSchools Rating

9
Test Scores
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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
22.7%
State Average
25%
Science
74.7%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
White
64%
Two or more races
12.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.7%
Hispanic
10.5%
Black
2%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 25 Reviews
1.0 parent
3/14/2026
As a parent whose child attended Willow Creek, I was somewhat surprised to see the school singled out in this way. Not because the concerns raised aren’t serious, but because they sound very similar to what families across the Cherry Creek School District have been experiencing for years. Willow Cre...
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3.0 parent
3/14/2026
The principal and vice principal rarely recognize or acknowledge students’ achievements, even when they are shared with them. They are often seen walking around the building rather than building connections with students or providing meaningful support to teachers and staff. Concerns about bullying...
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1.0 other
3/3/2026
As another Colorado family who’s been around the Cherry Creek area schools for a while, I read this and honestly wasn’t surprised. At Willow Creek Elementary School, the issue isn’t that the Principal is unkind or dismissive on a personal level. Socially, she’s a very nice person. She’s pleasant, po...
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3.0 parent
4/14/2025
We opted into Willow Creek Elementary mid-year and were initially drawn to the school’s strong academic reputation and engaged community. However, we encountered unexpected challenges around parent-teacher communication within weeks of joining.After noticing academic concerns—our child had transferr...
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Willow Creek Elementary School

Willow Creek 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 558 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 64% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Willow Creek Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $747,559. Discover additional schools in the area, like Colorado Summit Connections Academy, SkyView Academy, Ascent Classical Academy, and more. Learn more about what Centennial has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Willow Creek Elementary School.

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