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#777 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 43% in state

Dillon Valley Elementary School

Elementary School · Summit School District No. Re 1

PO BOX 4788, Dillon, CO 80435

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#777 of 1,815

In Dillon

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Summit School District No. Re 1

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Dillon Valley Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Dillon · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dillon Valley Elementary School

Dillon Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dillon, CO, part of Summit School District No. Re 1. Dillon Valley Elementary School serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Dillon Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #777 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Dillon Valley Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Dillon Valley Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.9% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,171
Chronic Absenteeism35.4%

Dillon Valley Elementary School — Students at Dillon Valley Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 44.4% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32%
2025
Math
33.1%
ELA
35.9%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Dillon Valley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in CO
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

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 4788, Dillon, CO 80435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dillon Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fraser Valley Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 24.4 miles away, in nearby Fraser), which scores notably higher. Another option is Breckenridge Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Breckenridge), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Upper Blue Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Breckenridge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dillon, see our Dillon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 31.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Silverthorne Elementary School Silverthorne 2.7 mi 4.1
Summit Cove Elementary School Dillon 3.8 mi 7.1
Summit Middle School Frisco 4.7 mi 5.6
Snowy Peaks Junior/Senior High School Frisco 4.7 mi 8.1
Summit High School Frisco 5.2 mi 6.8
Frisco Elementary School Frisco 5.5 mi 7.0
THE PEAK SCHOOL Frisco 5.6 mi 6.1
Upper Blue Elementary School Breckenridge 9.6 mi 7.3
Breckenridge Elementary School Breckenridge 11.1 mi 7.4
VAIL MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Vail 14.9 mi 7.2
Georgetown Community School Georgetown 18.8 mi 5.3
Red Sandstone Elementary School Vail 18.6 mi 7.3
Fraser Valley Elementary School Fraser 24.4 mi 8.8
Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy (VSSA) Minturn 20.6 mi 6.3
GRAND COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tabernash 26.2 mi 7.3
Edith Teter Elementary School Fairplay 28.7 mi 4.2
South Park High School Fairplay 28.7 mi 5.5
South Park Middle School Fairplay 28.7 mi 5.7
Homestake Peak School Avon 23.1 mi 6.3
Granby Elementary School Granby 31.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,023

Median Home Value

$882,100

Median Rent

$1,539/mo

Population

8,447

College Educated

53.4%

Homeownership

58.9%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dillon Valley Elementary School

What grades does Dillon Valley Elementary School serve?

Dillon Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dillon Valley Elementary School?

Dillon Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dillon Valley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dillon Valley Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dillon Valley Elementary School rank in CO?

Dillon Valley Elementary School ranks #777 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Dillon Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dillon Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Dillon Valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dillon Valley Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dillon Valley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Dillon Valley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

53.4% of students at Dillon Valley 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
8 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

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