Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valdez 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Valdez Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Denver, CO, spanning approximately 155 square miles. Typical drives to the school range from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge reaching 23.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valdez 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
Valdez Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valdez 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 Valdez Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#181 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
24%
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)19.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 is Valdez Elementary School's ranking?
Valdez Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Valdez Elementary School often compared to?
Valdez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denver Language School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Valdez Elementary School?
423 students attend Valdez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Valdez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valdez Elementary School?
Valdez Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valdez Elementary School offer ?
Valdez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valdez Elementary School part of?
Valdez Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Valdez Elementary School located?
Valdez Elementary School is located in the Highland neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in Highland.
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