In 1894, a one-room schoolhouse called the Montana School opened in southwest Denver — now known as the city of Lakewood. As the population — and educational needs — of the surrounding community burgeoned, the school expanded and evolved to become a kindergarten through 12th grade school in 1923. The school would eventual becoming what is known today as Bear Creek High School. In 2009, the current, state-of-the-art facility was built on the site of the original Montana School.
Nestled alongside the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the school is 12 miles southwest of Denver, and is one of 18 high schools in the Jefferson County R-1 School District.
Serving ninth grade through 12th grade students, Bear Creek athletes compete in 5A athletic programs.
School colors are green and gold and the school mascot is, as one would expect, a bear. Bear Creek High School was recognized as a Top 100 high school in the state of Colorado for 2021 and was rated as one of the 2020 Top 5000 STEM Schools in the nation by Newsweek magazine.
In 2016, the school was awarded the Colorado Governor's Distinguished Improvement Award for schools that exceed expectations for academic growth.
Bear Creek is also home to unique academic programs including Project Lead the Way, National History Day, senior field studies, and biomedical science and hospitality programs.
Modern-day Bear Creek High School promises to deliver on its mission statement of “learning, growth and achievement for all.”
Bear Creek High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
9800 W Dartmouth Plz,
Lakewood, CO
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
53%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
94%
Niche Grade
B
A-
B
B-
B-
B
B-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
80
Full Time Teachers
80
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
24
Reading
25
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
60.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
22.2%
State Average
30.7%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
307:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.6%
Female
47.4%
Hispanic
43.3%
White
43%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.8%
Two or more races
3.4%
Black
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Colorado State University
284 Students
University of Colorado Denver
246 Students
University of Colorado Boulder
214 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver
206 Students
University of Northern Colorado
153 Students
University of Denver
153 Students
Red Rocks Community College
132 Students
Colorado School of Mines
109 Students
Regis University
106 Students
Colorado Mesa University
93 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
97 Students
Biology
75 Students
Nursing
61 Students
Psychology
60 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
36 Students
Computer Science
28 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
28 Students
Education
28 Students
Criminology
24 Students
Accounting
24 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/27/2023
I am studying in this school as a current junior and it had been an awesome experience for me since i was an international student and this school has welcomed me to their comfy environment which has allowed be to grow and develop my skills and teachers and students have also been a great and have made many memories with them
6/3/2022
Bear Creek High school is a good school where those who desire education can receive it through different classes and class levels. I would like more money to be dedicated to all sports teams.
12/29/2020
My teachers were very dedicated and always went out of their way to help. There are a lot of clubs and opportunities to get involved,.
GreatSchools Reviews
10/20/2018
Highest quality of teachers, STEM and college/career classes in Engineering and Biomedical Sciences, many extracurriculars.
10/11/2016
We changed to Bear creek from a different school on DPS and we love Bear Creek. The teachers and administrators really care and are there for the kids. I am looking forward to the rest of my son's high school career instead of dreading it!
9/9/2014
I'm a freshman at Bear Creek High School and I wouldn't have it any other way! I am taking all honors classes and am just so happy to be excelling in school! All the teachers are so kind! There are no high school stereotypes here. All students are friendly to each other, racism does not exist. Also,...
1/25/2014
This school goes out of its way to ensure student success. It is an academically oriented campus with quality instruction. The communication between the school and the home is excellent !!!
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Bear Creek
List Price Range
$184K - $5M
Homes For Sale
11
Average Home Value
$495,626
Median Lot Size
7,840 Sq Ft
% Renters
53%
Household Income
$90,436
% of College Grads
40.2%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
2,178 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
54.8%
Homes for Sale
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$1,635,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 3,473 Sq Ft
- 5904 Meadowbrook Dr
- 63 Days On Market
Priced to make it your own! Located in Willowbrook —renowned for its expansive lots and abundant wildlife—this modern Spanish-style custom home is designed to be filled with natural light throughout the day. Cobblestone driveway lined with mature pines, aspens, and spruce - creating a striking sense...
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$209,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 808 Sq Ft
- 3613 S Sheridan Blvd
- Unit 10
- 48 Days On Market
Charming & Bright End-Unit Condo with Serene Views!! Welcome to one of the most desirable and private locations in the complex! This charming and sunlit end-unit condo offers wide open views from two large windows, creating a peaceful and inviting atmosphere. Outside and below, the current owner has...
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Homes for Rent
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$1,590 - $3,647 per month
- Residences at Bear Creek
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 700+ Sq Ft
- 10025 W Dartmouth Ave
- Lakewood, CO
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$1,850 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 784 Sq Ft
- 3245 S Estes St
- Lakewood, CO
Newly updated loft in the perfect location! Closet to Denver and the mountains! Large open concept in the lower level with solid butcher lock counters and a tile backsplash. There is also a wood burning fireplace. Upstairs there is a large loft style bedroom with an attached bathroom and laundry are...
Hannah Svoboda SRI Properties
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$1,529 - $2,134 per month
- Waterfront
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 600+ Sq Ft
- 10555 W Jewell Ave
- Lakewood, CO
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.
- 5th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Bear Creek Lake Park
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Fishing
Sister City Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Bear Creek Greenbelt Park
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Fishing
Jefferson Green Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Bear Valley Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
Westborough Park
- Tennis
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Westgate Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
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