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#681 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 38% in state
Based on limited data
Bayfield Primary School
Elementary School · Bayfield School District No. 10Jt-R
24 S CLOVER DRIVE, Bayfield, CO 81122
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#681 of 1,815
In Bayfield
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Bayfield School District No. 10Jt-R
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Bayfield Primary School
Bayfield Primary School is a public elementary school in Bayfield, CO, part of Bayfield School District No. 10Jt-R. Bayfield Primary School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bayfield Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #681 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Bayfield Primary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
35% of students at Bayfield Primary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bayfield Primary School Compares
See how Bayfield Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24 S CLOVER DRIVE, Bayfield, CO 81122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bayfield Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Juniper School (rated 8.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Durango), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Durango), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverview Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Durango), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bayfield, see our Bayfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bayfield Intermediate School Bayfield | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Bayfield Middle School Bayfield | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Bayfield High School Bayfield | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ignacio | 6.9 mi | — |
| Ignacio High School Ignacio | 7.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Ignacio Elementary School Ignacio | 7.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Ignacio Middle School Ignacio | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Florida Mesa Elementary School Durango | 11.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Escalante Middle School Durango | 14.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Riverview Elementary School Durango | 15.6 mi | 7.6 |
| The Juniper School Durango | 15.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Park Elementary School Durango | 15.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Durango High School Durango | 16.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Durango | 16.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DURANGO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durango | 16.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Sunnyside Elementary School Durango | 16.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Mountain Middle School Durango | 16.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Needham Elementary School Durango | 16.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Miller Middle School Durango | 16.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF DURANGO Durango | 16.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,450
Median Home Value
$445,900
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
8,921
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
84.4%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carrie Martin Elementary School Loveland, CO | 6.9 |
| FRASSATI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Thornton, CO | 6.9 |
| Harris Bilingual Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 6.9 |
| Howbert Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 6.9 |
| Minnequa Elementary School Pueblo, CO | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LORETO SCHOOL Foxfield, CO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bayfield Primary School
What grades does Bayfield Primary School serve?
Bayfield Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Bayfield Primary School?
Bayfield Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayfield Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bayfield Primary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bayfield Primary School rank in CO?
Bayfield Primary School ranks #681 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Bayfield Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bayfield Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bayfield Primary School a charter school?
No, Bayfield Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bayfield Primary School a Title I school?
No, Bayfield Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayfield Primary School?
40.6% of students at Bayfield Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- La Plata County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (970) 884-0881
Resources & Links
District
Bayfield School District No. 10Jt-R- District Enrollment
- 1,253
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,205
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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