Arrowwood Elementary School

Summary:

Arrowwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, serving 406 students in grades PK-6 and part of the highly-ranked Douglas County School District No. Re 1. While the school generally performs above the state average in English Language Arts, its performance in Math and Science lags behind the district and state. Arrowwood has shown strong performance for its Hispanic students but relatively lower performance for its White students.

Arrowwood Elementary School has a higher chronic absenteeism rate compared to the state average, which may be an area of concern. However, the school has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a more affluent student population. When compared to nearby top-performing schools in the district, such as Bear Canyon Elementary and Heritage Elementary, Arrowwood generally performs below these schools in both test scores and chronic absenteeism rates.

Interestingly, the public charter school Platte River Charter Academy, located just 1.72 miles from Arrowwood, has consistently outperformed Arrowwood in both English Language Arts and Math assessments. Arrowwood Elementary School's statewide ranking has also fluctuated over the years, suggesting the need to closely monitor the school's performance and identify areas for improvement to help it achieve greater academic success.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 10345 Arrowwood Drive
       Highlands Ranch, CO  80130-8825


(303) 387-6875

District: Douglas County School District No. Re 1

SchoolDigger Rank:
288th of 943 Colorado Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,538 Help


Students who attend Arrowwood Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Cresthill Middle School
High:    Highlands Ranch High School

Student/teacher ratio:  17.2 Help
Number of students:  406

Racial breakdown:

White:
61.3%
Hispanic:
21.7%
Two or more races:
7.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  14.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Arrowwood Elementary School ranks better than 69.5% of elementary schools in Colorado. It also ranks 47th among 58 ranked elementary schools in the Douglas County School District No. Re 1. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 67.98. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Arrowwood Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Douglas County School District No. Re 1.  (See more...)
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Arrowwood Elementary School is $15,538, which is the 23rd highest among 58 elementary schools in the Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Arrowwood Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Arrowwood Elementary School 288th of 943 Colorado public elementary schools. (See Arrowwood Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Douglas County School District No. Re 1:

SchoolDigger ranks Douglas County School District No. Re 1 5th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Arrowwood Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Arrowwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 64.41 314th 808 61.1%
2005 63.71 329th 823 60.0%
2006 70.23 256th 829 69.1%
2007 65.13 318th 852 62.7%
2008 73.43 221st 849 74.0%
2009 68.89 281st 872 67.8%
2010 69.91 285th 925 69.2%
2011 68.36 308th 935 67.1%
2012 68.61 304th 935 67.5%
2013 57.94 431st 954 54.8%
2014 58.30 409th 962 57.5%
2015 36.02 565th 938 39.8%
2016 44.75 463rd 914 49.3%
2017 40.72 509th 929 45.2%
2018 44.48 477th 917 48.0%
2019 60.44 362nd 965 62.5%
2021 80.31 153rd 710 78.5%
2022 84.01 119th 921 87.1%
2023 67.59 275th 933 70.5%
2024 67.98 288th 943 69.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Arrowwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 64.37 106th 365 71.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Arrowwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.53 369th 690 46.5%
2019 55.45 313th 758 58.7%
2021 75.55 92nd 351 73.8%
2022 82.43 83rd 595 86.1%
2023 58.78 243rd 642 62.1%
2024 62.46 233rd 684 65.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Arrowwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.63 368th 693 46.9%
2019 54.15 318th 764 58.4%
2021 69.14 126th 352 64.2%
2022 71.52 158th 594 73.4%
2023 59.23 239th 649 63.2%
2024 56.51 280th 683 59.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Arrowwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 95.45 6th 197 97.0%
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Rank History for White students at Arrowwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.90 192nd 337 43.0%
2019 39.17 369th 596 38.1%
2021 64.35 111th 288 61.5%
2022 68.65 135th 454 70.3%
2023 44.69 296th 525 43.6%
2024 48.99 275th 539 49.0%
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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Colorado Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent on FaceBook
Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Open Quote My daughter attended kindergarten at this school and we loved it. We found the front office staff helpful, kind and accommodating, and all teachers we came in contact with were tremendous. The focus in my daughter's classroom was on learning to read and write, and my daughter took tremendous strides in both her reading/writing and her math skills. I was very impressed with her progress this year. Three major downsides, however: 1) the kindergarteners didn't begin gym or art class until after mid-semester; 2) my daughter's classroom had 20 students, three of them special needs, and only one harried full-time teacher -- NO consistent aide to help!; and 3) on bad weather days, instead of recess, the students were plopped down in front of the TV -- and not even an educational program, just some random cartoon. Not cool! Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, April 30, 2012

Open Quote We are pulling our child from this school. We have been here for 2 years and find that there is not a great deal of resources for advanced learners. There have been 3 principals since we have been there and no one really seems to be on the same page for problem solving. They are quick to label kids and not in positive ways. I would not recommend putting your child here if they need to be academically challenged or if they get bored easily. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Open Quote We love Arrowwood! We love the sense of community, the teachers, the people. My kids are learning - and enjoying it at the same time! It's been a wonderful experience! Close Quote


by a teacher
Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Open Quote Arrowwood has a team of dedicated teachers who are always meeting the needs of all learners. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Open Quote I have a second grader and kindergartener at AWE this year. I have been so impressed by how the teachers go above and beyond for my kids. They have been quick to talk with me regarding concerns or praises for both of my kiddos. With my second grader, this has been consitant all three years he has attended AWE. The families are friendly and there is a feeling of community around school. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Arrowwood Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2001 411 19 31 41 4 n/a n/a 0 506
2002 447 25 40 45 4 n/a n/a 0 561
2003 447 25 40 45 4 n/a n/a 0 561
2004 439 18 49 44 2 n/a n/a 0 552
2005 448 19 49 44 5 n/a n/a 0 565
2006 407 17 41 53 6 n/a n/a 0 524
2007 440 18 42 64 5 n/a n/a 0 569
2008 431 19 51 70 5 n/a n/a 0 576
2009 434 17 53 70 3 n/a n/a 0 577
2010 431 17 57 67 3 n/a n/a 0 575
2011 369 9 38 80 5 3 25 0 529
2012 309 4 37 65 5 0 20 0 440
2013 333 5 25 54 4 0 25 0 446
2014 338 2 21 62 0 0 18 0 441
2015 348 3 30 58 0 0 18 0 457
2016 322 4 25 58 1 0 18 0 428
2017 276 6 21 68 1 1 20 0 393
2018 257 9 20 78 0 1 19 0 384
2019 260 6 17 71 0 2 19 0 375
2020 256 4 28 73 0 0 22 0 383
2021 234 4 26 75 0 0 23 0 362
2022 231 4 27 73 3 0 29 0 367
2023 249 8 29 88 2 0 30 0 406

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Arrowwood Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 506 26.0 19.5 4.5
2002 561 34.3 16.4 5.5
2003 561 34.3 16.4 5.5
2004 552 29.1 19.0 7.8
2005 565 32.7 17.3 6.2
2006 524 33.1 15.8 6.3
2007 569 33.4 17.0 4.6
2008 576 33.6 17.1 5.7
2009 577 34.0 17.0 4.5
2010 575 30.5 18.8 4.3
2011 529 27.9 18.9 9.1
2012 440 26.9 16.3 9.3
2013 446 27.3 16.3 11.2
2014 441 25.8 17.0 13.4
2015 457 29.0 15.7 14.7
2016 428 28.0 15.2 17.5
2017 393 22.1 17.7 20.1
2018 384 21.7 17.6 19.3
2019 375 21.5 17.4 20
2020 383 22.0 17.4 17
2021 362 23.2 15.5 15.2
2022 367 22.5 16.3 15
2023 406 23.5 17.2 14.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Arrowwood Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 506 26.0 19.5 4.5
2002 561 34.3 16.4 5.5
2003 561 34.3 16.4 5.5
2004 552 29.1 19.0 7.8
2005 565 32.7 17.3 6.2
2006 524 33.1 15.8 6.3
2007 569 33.4 17.0 4.6
2008 576 33.6 17.1 5.7
2009 577 34.0 17.0 4.5
2010 575 30.5 18.8 4.3
2011 529 27.9 18.9 9.1
2012 440 26.9 16.3 9.3
2013 446 27.3 16.3 11.2
2014 441 25.8 17.0 13.4
2015 457 29.0 15.7 14.7
2016 428 28.0 15.2 17.5
2017 393 22.1 17.7 20.1
2018 384 21.7 17.6 19.3
2019 375 21.5 17.4 20
2020 383 22.0 17.4 17
2021 362 23.2 15.5 15.2
2022 367 22.5 16.3 15
2023 406 23.5 17.2 14.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Arrowwood Elementary School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $12,271
2020 $12,747
2021 $12,690
2022 $14,441
2023 $15,538

Data source: Colorado Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Arrowwood Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 362nd of 965 Elementary schoolsRanks 275th of 933 Elementary schools
 8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Arrowwood Elementary School)51.149
 2.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)5258
 6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)41.339.9
 1.4%
3rd Grade Math (Arrowwood Elementary School)62.248
 14.2%
   3rd Grade Math (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)52.659.4
 6.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Colorado)4140.4
 0.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Arrowwood Elementary School)52.348.9
 3.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)5959.2
 0.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)4843.8
 4.2%
4th Grade Math (Arrowwood Elementary School)34.129.2
 4.9%
   4th Grade Math (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)44.748.8
 4.1%
   4th Grade Math (Colorado)33.632.7
 0.9%
5th Grade Science (Arrowwood Elementary School)44.243.4
 0.8%
   5th Grade Science (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)47.750.7
 3%
   5th Grade Science (Colorado)35.933.9
 2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Arrowwood Elementary School)48.865.4
 16.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)59.164.5
 5.4%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)48.447.8
 0.6%
5th Grade Math (Arrowwood Elementary School)37.249.1
 11.9%
   5th Grade Math (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)44.852.4
 7.6%
   5th Grade Math (Colorado)35.736.5
 0.8%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Arrowwood Elementary School)53.264.7
 11.5%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)60.365.1
 4.8%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)43.643.4
 0.2%
6th Grade Math (Arrowwood Elementary School)27.740.4
 12.7%
   6th Grade Math (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)45.147.7
 2.6%
   6th Grade Math (Colorado)29.528.2
 1.3%
All Grades English Language Arts (Arrowwood Elementary School)51.457.3
 5.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)56.761.6
 4.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)45.843.7
 2.1%
All Grades Math (Arrowwood Elementary School)40.241.9
 1.7%
   All Grades Math (Douglas County School District No. Re 1)46.550.7
 4.2%
   All Grades Math (Colorado)34.732.9
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students375406
 8.3%
African American68
 33.3%
American Indian02
Asian1729
 70.6%
Hispanic7188
 23.9%
Pacific Islander20
 100%
White260249
 4.2%
Two or More Races1930
 57.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients20%14.8%
 5.2%


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Students at Arrowwood Elementary School are 61% White, 22% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 7% Asian, 2% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 406 students attended Arrowwood Elementary School.

Students who attend Arrowwood Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Cresthill Middle School
High : Highlands Ranch High School

Arrowwood Elementary School ranks 288th of 943 Colorado elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Colorado Department of Education.

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