| Metric | Cherry Creek School District 5 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 52,392 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 70 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,160/yr | $17,619/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Creek School District 5 (this district) | 9/10 | 83rd | 52,392 |
| Denver County School District 1 | 7/10 | 64th | 87,883 |
| Littleton School District 6 | 10/10 | 95th | 13,450 |
| Sheridan School District 2 | 1/10 | 1st | 1,125 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 160 rated districts in CO → 83rd percentile → 9/10.
Source: Colorado Dept. of Education CMAS, all grades Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025. Full methodology →
- Cherry Hills Village Elementary School — 0.5 mi · Grades PK–5 · 491 students
- West Middle School — 2.6 mi · Grades 6–8 · 1,019 students
- Holly Hills Elementary School — 2.9 mi · Grades PK–5 · 633 students
- The Cottage at Holly Ridge — 2.9 mi · Grades PK–PK · 74 students
- Greenwood Elementary School — 3.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 355 students
- Heritage Elementary School — 4.4 mi · Grades PK–5 · 302 students
- Cherry Creek High School — 4.6 mi · Grades 9–12 · 3,852 students
- Belleview Elementary School — 4.8 mi · Grades PK–5 · 577 students
About Cherry Creek School District 5
Zip code 80113 in Englewood, Colorado is served by Cherry Creek School District 5 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Cherry Creek School District 5’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Cherry Creek School District 5 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Colorado public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Colorado’s CMAS assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Colorado is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Cherry Creek School District 5 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Colorado on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 80113 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 80113
Children in zip code 80113 are assigned to Cherry Creek School District 5 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 80113, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Cherry Creek School District 5 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Colorado districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Englewood
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Cherry Creek School District 5 serves zip code 80113, homes in and around zip code 80113 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Colorado, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Cherry Creek School District 5 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 80113.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Cherry Creek School District 5 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 80113 data.