Bear Canyon Elementary School

Bear Canyon Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
9660 Salford Ln,  Highlands Ranch, CO
Douglas County School District No. RE-1
4.7
362 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kelly Ursett
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
55%
Reading Proficiency
78%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
78%
Math Proficiency
55%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
22%
State Average
25%
Science
53.2%
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.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
403:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.2%
Male
47.8%
White
73.3%
Hispanic
15%
Two or more races
7.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.3%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 35 Reviews
5.0 parent
12/18/2025
All 3 of my kids went to BCE and had some of the highest test scores in high school. No need for private or charter when you live near this great public school. Spend the extra 30min you’ll save in commuting reading with your kids and they’ll be far ahead.
2.0 parent
11/6/2025
My child went here for his entire elementary school experience and I could not say that it was ok. In the earlier years, it was ok. But as my child grew, the quality got worse. Everyday after school during his last years, he would come home and either cry or be wildly upset because my child is gifte...
5.0 parent
4/13/2025
When I first enrolled my kids here I read many reviews stating that this school has a strong sense of community. I thought to myself “sure, that’s what everybody says”. But now I can confirm that the families here are incredibly friendly and welcoming. Parents are very supportive of each other. Ofte...
5.0 parent
4/9/2025
We have 3 children at BCE and can't say enough good things. The sense of community and safety is beyond anything I imagined, especially having worked in education most of my life. Teachers and staff know the kids and families by name and go above and beyond to ensure a caring and well rounded educat...

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Bear Canyon Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Highlands Ranch, CO and is served by the Douglas County School District No. RE-1 in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 362 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 55% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 78% are proficient in reading. Bear Canyon 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 $771,167. Discover additional schools in the area, like Thunderridge High School, Mountain Vista High School, Highlands Ranch High School, and more. Learn more about what Highlands Ranch has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bear Canyon Elementary School.

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