Hackberry Hill Elementary School

Hackberry Hill Elementary, located in Arvada (Jefferson County R-1), provides education for students in grades Kindergarten through 5, with total enrollment of approximately 441 students. The school has a student-teacher ratio of approximately 18:1, supported by approximately 24 full-time teachers. According to recent Colorado state assessments, approximately 53% of students are proficient in math, while 62% are proficient in reading/language arts - both above district and state averages. The diversity of the student population is valuable, with approximately 37% of students identifying as minority students (majority Hispanic or multiracial), as well as approximately 37% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating socioeconomic diversity. All staff are fully certified, with ongoing requests to support differentiated instruction, as well as the inclusion of all students. Additionally, the median home values in the Hackberry Hill attendance area is approximately $600,000-$610,000. Hackberry Hill Elementary meets Colorado's performance growth and achievement criteria and is frequently referenced as one of the best elementary schools in Colorado, where families prioritize great reading outcomes, community, and stability.

Jeffco Public Schools offers a Gifted and Talented program to support high-ability students, which is available to eligible students at Hackberry Hill.

"Q1. What creative teaching methods are implemented at Hackberry Hill Elementary?

A1. Teachers use hands-on activities, inquiry-based (IBL) lessons, and technology.

Q2. In what ways does the school celebrate diversity in its student population?

A2. The school has multicultural nights and invites classes to participate with many different culturally diverse inclusive activities.

Q3. What enrichment programs help with literacy and reading skills?

A3. Programs such as guided reading groups, literacy interventions, and book clubs support students.

Q4. How do teachers collaborate across grade levels to achieve student success?

A4. The teams meet regularly to align teaching strategies and share best practices.

Q5. How do families contribute to Hackberry Hill's values and rituals into community culture?

A5. Families contribute to our community culture through participation in PTO events, volunteering, and attending large-scale school celebrations."