Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cherry Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Valley Elementary School serves the southeast part of Franktown, CO, covering an area of approximately 79.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Valley Elementary School's student population of 25 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherry Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Valley Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#225 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Valley Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Cherry Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franktown Elementary School, Flagstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Cherry Valley Elementary School?
25 students attend Cherry Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cherry Valley Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Valley Elementary School?
Cherry Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cherry Valley Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Valley Elementary School part of?
Cherry Valley Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
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