Bear Creek High School

Bear Creek High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9800 W Dartmouth Plz,  Lakewood, CO
Bear Creek Neighborhood
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
3.8
4.1
1,495 Students
B+
Niche Grade
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.”

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
53%
Average GPA
3.38
Graduation Rate
91%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.38
Reading Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
75
Full Time Teachers
75
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
570
Average ACT
25
Math
25
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
18
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
Average

GreatSchools Rating

4
Equity
7
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
22.2%
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
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%

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 288 Students
University of Colorado Denver 239 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 210 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 206 Students
University of Northern Colorado 151 Students
University of Denver 150 Students
Red Rocks Community College 131 Students
Colorado School of Mines 108 Students
Regis University 106 Students
Colorado Mesa University 98 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 102 Students
Biology 72 Students
Psychology 59 Students
Nursing 59 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 33 Students
Education 28 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 27 Students
Computer Science 25 Students
Criminology 25 Students
Accounting 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 302 Reviews
4.0 Junior
5/15/2023
I enjoyed a lot of the classes and the teachers that I've had so far. I've had a good experience with athletics and other extracurriculars within the school and have been able to connect with the community because of it. Something they can work on is being fairer towards the girls' sports because of they way they treat the boys and their sports.
4.0 Junior
1/4/2021
Bear Creek High School is a very good school. Most teachers are nice and helpful. The school is clean. My overall experience in school was very good and somewhat enjoyable.
5.0 Sophomore
5/22/2020
I've been in the Bear Creek family for about fifteen years and my siblings have all attended this school. It's great and the teachers care so much more than any school I have ever heard of or visited. The sports are not the best but the music and theatre program are excellent. I would recommend this school because there is something for everyone and it is just overall really good.
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4.1 11 Reviews
5.0 other
10/20/2018
Highest quality of teachers, STEM and college/career classes in Engineering and Biomedical Sciences, many extracurriculars.
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5.0 other
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!
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5.0 student
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,...
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5.0 parent
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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Bear Creek High School

Bear Creek High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lakewood, CO and is served by the Jefferson County School District No. R-1 in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 1,495 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 53% are proficient in reading. Bear Creek High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.38, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $516,519. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mountview Youth Service Center, D'Evelyn Junior/Senior High School, JeffCo Remote Learning Program, and more. Learn more about what Lakewood has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bear Creek High School.

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