Serving 185 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Animas Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Animas Valley Elementary School serves the northeast part of Durango, CO, covering an attendance area of approximately 88 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15 to 20-minute drive to the school, with distances from the school to the zone's edge averaging 9.7 miles, reaching up to 16.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Animas Valley Elementary School's student population of 185 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Animas Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Animas Valley Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
59%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animas Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Animas Valley Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Animas Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Animas Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Elementary School, Riverview Elementary School, Bayfield Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Animas Valley Elementary School?
185 students attend Animas Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Animas Valley Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Animas Valley Elementary School?
Animas Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Animas Valley Elementary School offer ?
Animas Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Animas Valley Elementary School part of?
Animas Valley Elementary School is part of Durango School District No. 9-R.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (No School)
October 09, 2026 (Friday)
Fall Break (No School)
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School / End of Grading Period
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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