Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountain Vista 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 38% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mountain Vista Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Mountain Vista 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 Mountain Vista Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#647 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
13%
5%
White
45%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mammoths
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain Vista Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mountain Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Heights Academy, Dakota Valley Elementary School, Aspen Crossing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Mountain Vista Elementary School?
568 students attend Mountain Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mountain Vista Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Vista Elementary School?
Mountain Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mountain Vista Elementary School offer ?
Mountain Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Vista Elementary School part of?
Mountain Vista Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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