Cherry Creek 5

Cherry Creek 5 is a large suburban school district in Arapahoe County, Colorado, serving 52,392 students across 71 schools. The district experienced a 2.2% enrollment decline in the most recent year, representing a modest contraction from prior levels. With 3,213.73 teachers, the district maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.

Academic performance metrics exceed state averages across measured indicators. Math proficiency stands at 42.8% compared to the state average of 28.4%, while reading proficiency reaches 48.2% versus 37.9% statewide. The graduation rate of 91.6% exceeds Colorado's average of 86.4%, with a dropout rate of 1.1%. Chronic absenteeism remains minimal at 0.3%.

The student population reflects substantial diversity, with 37.7% economically disadvantaged students, 12.7% English learners, and 15.0% students with disabilities. Per-pupil spending of $8,912 exceeds the state average of $8,178, supporting a total operating budget of $798.8 million. Revenue sources show reliance on local funding at 50.6%, supplemented by state funding at 40.9% and federal support at 8.5%.

The district's school configuration comprises 46 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, and 9 high schools, providing comprehensive coverage across grade levels. The combination of above-average academic performance, low absenteeism rates, and higher-than-average per-pupil spending characterizes the district's current operational profile.