Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dakota Valley 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 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dakota Valley Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dakota 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 Dakota Valley Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#784 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
15%
5%
White
45%
49%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Dakota Valley Elementary School is ranked #784 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Dakota Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Dakota Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Vista Elementary School, Heritage Heights Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Dakota Valley Elementary School?
571 students attend Dakota Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Dakota Valley Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Valley Elementary School?
Dakota Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dakota Valley Elementary School offer ?
Dakota Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dakota Valley Elementary School part of?
Dakota Valley Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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