Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, La Veta Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA VETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district, located in La Veta, CO, and spans approximately 224 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Veta Elementary School's student population of 120 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of La Veta 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
White
71%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are La Veta Elementary School often compared to?
La Veta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peakview School, Gardner Valley 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 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend La Veta Elementary School?
120 students attend La Veta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of La Veta Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Veta Elementary School?
La Veta Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does La Veta Elementary School offer ?
La Veta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Veta Elementary School part of?
La Veta Elementary School is part of La Veta School District Re-2.
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