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Very Good

#551 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 30% in state

Breckenridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Summit School District No. Re 1

PO BOX 1213, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Enrollment

193

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#551 of 1,815

In Breckenridge

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Summit School District No. Re 1

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Breckenridge Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Breckenridge · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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6.8/10

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About Breckenridge Elementary School

Breckenridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Breckenridge, CO, part of Summit School District No. Re 1. Breckenridge Elementary School serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Breckenridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Breckenridge Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 193 students, Breckenridge Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.9% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.1 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,171
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Breckenridge Elementary School — Students at Breckenridge Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
52%
2025
Math
52.1%
ELA
62.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Breckenridge Elementary School Compares

See how Breckenridge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in CO
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1213, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Breckenridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Upper Blue Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Red Sandstone Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Vail), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Summit Cove Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Dillon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Breckenridge, see our Breckenridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Upper Blue Elementary School Breckenridge 1.5 mi 7.3
Summit High School Frisco 6.1 mi 6.8
Frisco Elementary School Frisco 6.9 mi 7.0
THE PEAK SCHOOL Frisco 7.4 mi 6.1
Summit Middle School Frisco 7.7 mi 5.6
Snowy Peaks Junior/Senior High School Frisco 7.7 mi 8.1
Summit Cove Elementary School Dillon 8.0 mi 7.1
Dillon Valley Elementary School Dillon 11.1 mi 6.7
Silverthorne Elementary School Silverthorne 12.7 mi 4.1
Edith Teter Elementary School Fairplay 17.7 mi 4.2
South Park High School Fairplay 17.7 mi 5.5
South Park Middle School Fairplay 17.7 mi 5.7
VAIL MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Vail 18.9 mi 7.2
Lake County Elementary School Leadville 20.6 mi 3.8
Lake County Intermediate School Leadville 21.3 mi 6.0
Lake County High School Leadville 21.5 mi 6.1
Cloud City High School Leadville 21.5 mi 8.3
Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy (VSSA) Minturn 20.7 mi 6.3
Red Sandstone Elementary School Vail 21.8 mi 7.3
HIGH MOUNTAIN INSTITUTE Leadville 24.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,497

Median Home Value

$970,000

Median Rent

$2,029/mo

Population

10,044

College Educated

54.8%

Homeownership

74.2%

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

38.7

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Big Thompson Elementary School Loveland, CO 7.4
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Washington Primary School Rocky Ford, CO 7.4
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Colorado Springs, CO 7.5
Indian Peaks Elementary School Longmont, CO 7.5
MACKINTOSH ACADEMY Littleton, CO 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Breckenridge Elementary School

What grades does Breckenridge Elementary School serve?

Breckenridge Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Breckenridge Elementary School?

Breckenridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Breckenridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Breckenridge Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Breckenridge Elementary School rank in CO?

Breckenridge Elementary School ranks #551 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Breckenridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Breckenridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Breckenridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Breckenridge Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Breckenridge Elementary School a charter school?

No, Breckenridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Breckenridge Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Breckenridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Breckenridge Elementary School?

14.5% of students at Breckenridge Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

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