Cactus Valley Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cactus Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Cactus Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elk Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Cactus Valley Elementary School?
408 students attend Cactus Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cactus Valley Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cactus Valley Elementary School?
Cactus Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cactus Valley Elementary School offer ?
Cactus Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cactus Valley Elementary School part of?
Cactus Valley Elementary School is part of Garfield School District No. Re-2.
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