Serving 274 students in grades 3-5, Bayfield Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayfield Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bayfield Intermediate School's student population of 274 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bayfield Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayfield Intermediate School is 0.46, 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
#996 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayfield Intermediate School's ranking?
Bayfield Intermediate School is ranked #996 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bayfield Intermediate School often compared to?
Bayfield Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Animas Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bayfield Intermediate School?
274 students attend Bayfield Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bayfield Intermediate School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayfield Intermediate School?
Bayfield Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bayfield Intermediate School offer ?
Bayfield Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayfield Intermediate School part of?
Bayfield Intermediate School is part of Bayfield School District No. 10jt-R.
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