Willow Creek Elementary School

Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah

7855 SOUTH WILLOW WAY
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112

462 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Willow Creek Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the Willow Creek neighborhood of Centennial, Colorado, serving students in the Cherry Creek School District. Known for its strong academic reputation and commitment to fostering a supportive community, the school emphasizes both rigorous classroom instruction and the social-emotional growth of its students. It is deeply integrated into the surrounding residential area, often functioning as a central hub for local families who value the school’s collaborative atmosphere and emphasis on high student achievement.

Beyond its core curriculum, Willow Creek Elementary is noted for its dedicated teaching staff and active parent involvement, which help create a well-rounded educational environment. The school frequently engages in programs that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and character development, preparing students for success as they transition to middle school. With its stable neighborhood setting and consistent focus on academic excellence, the school remains a sought-after institution for families residing within the Cherry Creek district.

462

Total Students

28.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Willow Creek Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	294
Hispanic	57
Black	5
Asian	39
Two or More	67

White
294 (63.6%)
Two or More
67 (14.5%)
Hispanic
57 (12.3%)
Asian
39 (8.4%)
Black
5 (1.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
Phone:	(720)554-3900
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	462
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	63
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 18

Kindergarten 63

Grade 1 64

Grade 2 68

Grade 3 83

Grade 4 95

Grade 5 71