Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frontier Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Frontier Valley Elementary School serves the northeast part of Parker, CO, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Frontier Valley Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Frontier 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 Frontier Valley Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#237 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
78%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Frontier Valley Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Frontier Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Frontier Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iron Horse Elementary School, Pioneer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Frontier Valley Elementary School?
369 students attend Frontier Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Frontier Valley Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier Valley Elementary School?
Frontier Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frontier Valley Elementary School offer ?
Frontier Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier Valley Elementary School part of?
Frontier Valley Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Frontier Valley Elementary School located?
Frontier Valley Elementary School is located in the Canterberry Crossing neighborhood of Parker, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Canterberry Crossing.
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