The top reported proficiency rate is 67% in Science. The lowest is 51% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Hopkins Elementary School
Hopkins Elementary School sits in the western portion of Centennial, a large suburban city south of Denver that lacks a traditional downtown and relies on arterial roads and interstate corridors for its commercial life. The school is part of Littleton Public Schools, which serves this side of the city, and its campus is set within a residential subdivision pattern typical of the area. Families here navigate a car-dependent environment where strip malls, office parks, and subdivisions spread across nearly thirty square miles, and the nearest light rail stations lie along the I-25 corridor several miles away.
Academically, Hopkins performs at a level that stands out within its county. On the state’s Colorado Measures of Academic Success, a strong majority of students met or exceeded expectations in English language arts, and roughly half did so in math. Science results, which are reported only for the fifth grade, were even higher, with most students reaching proficiency. When all tested subjects are combined, the school’s overall performance places it among the highest in Arapahoe County, well above the typical measure across the area’s districts. This is a school where a solid academic foundation is the norm for most students.
The student body is predominantly white, with a moderate share of Hispanic students and smaller numbers of students who identify as Asian, Black, or multiracial. The share of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch is relatively low, signaling a generally affluent community. Information on students with individualized education programs and English learners was not reported in the data available, so families with specific concerns in those areas should follow up directly with the school to understand the support structures in place.
The surrounding housing market reinforces the picture of an upper-middle-income suburb. Home values in the area run well above the state median, and rents are correspondingly high. The cost of a typical home mortgage here, at current interest rates, substantially exceeds the cost of renting, making ownership a significant financial commitment. The local economy remains stable, with a national unemployment rate that is low, and Centennial hosts several major corporate headquarters and retail anchors such as IKEA, providing a broad employment base.
Because Hopkins serves only preschool through fifth grade, there are no graduation data or course-access measures to report. The school does not appear to have magnet or charter status, and no information was available about its Title I designation, discipline rates, chronic absenteeism, or staffing ratios. A parent considering this school will want to ask about class sizes, enrichment offerings, and how the school serves students who need extra support, given the absence of those details in the public record. What is clear is that Hopkins delivers strong academic outcomes in a relatively affluent, suburban setting, and its performance profile suggests a well-regarded elementary option within a larger district that includes several similarly situated schools.
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