Serving 390 students in grades 2-5, Bea Underwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BEA Underwood Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Parachute, CO, covering approximately 307.6 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bea Underwood Elementary School's student population of 390 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bea Underwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bea Underwood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1662 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bea Underwood Elementary School's ranking?
Bea Underwood Elementary School is ranked #1662 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bea Underwood Elementary School?
390 students attend Bea Underwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bea Underwood Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bea Underwood Elementary School?
Bea Underwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bea Underwood Elementary School offer ?
Bea Underwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bea Underwood Elementary School part of?
Bea Underwood Elementary School is part of Grand Valley School District No. 16 In The County Of Garfi.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
With a rating of a 3 in the Garfield county Grand Valley district 16, and a rating of 5 in the Roaring Forks district, G.S. District no. Re-2's rating is a 5, I have to wonder if the tax money for the Garfield County schools stays up valley where there is more affluent families. It is a shame that Parachutes new middle school boasts the most updated equipment for science that is very seldom if ever implemented, minimal electives that do not include art, band but not orchestra, and shop. Physical Ed. is only available one semester per year. Is all of our tax dollars going to unnecessary administration and our students class time spent studying for testing? I feel our tax dollars are misspent and needs to be spent directly on our children's learning and the essential employees should be given a long overdue raise.
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