Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dove Creek 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seventh Street Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dove Creek, CO, covering approximately 1,311.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 34.8 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 56.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dove Creek Elementary School's student population of 124 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE ENVISION EVERY STUDENT THINKING, LEARNING, ACHIEVING, AND CARING
School Rankings
Dove Creek 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 Dove Creek Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#743 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dove Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Dove Creek Elementary School is ranked #743 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Dove Creek Elementary School?
124 students attend Dove Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dove Creek Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dove Creek Elementary School?
Dove Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dove Creek Elementary School offer ?
Dove Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dove Creek Elementary School part of?
Dove Creek Elementary School is part of Dolores County School District Re-2j.
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