Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Plateau Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plateau Valley Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 805.1 square miles in Collbran, CO, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching 33.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plateau Valley Elementary School's student population of 142 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plateau Valley 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 Plateau Valley Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#639 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
Hispanic
6%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
92%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 is Plateau Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Plateau Valley Elementary School is ranked #639 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Plateau Valley Elementary School?
142 students attend Plateau Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Plateau Valley Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plateau Valley Elementary School?
Plateau Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plateau Valley Elementary School offer ?
Plateau Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plateau Valley Elementary School part of?
Plateau Valley Elementary School is part of Plateau Valley School District No. 50 In The County Of Mesa.
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