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Grand Valley Center for Family Learning
Elementary School · Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi
PO BOX 68, Parachute, CO 81635
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,106 of 1,815
In Parachute
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi
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Grand Valley Center for Family Learning
Elementary School in Parachute · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grand Valley Center for Family Learning
Grand Valley Center for Family Learning is a public elementary school in Parachute, CO, part of Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi. Grand Valley Center for Family Learning serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Valley Center for Family Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,106 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Grand Valley Center for Family Learning 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
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 Grand Valley Center for Family Learning Compares
See how Grand Valley Center for Family Learning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 68, Parachute, CO 81635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand Valley Center for Family Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Taylor Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby Palisade), which scores notably higher. Another option is Plateau Valley Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Collbran), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Mountain Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 33.9 miles away, in nearby Clifton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Parachute, see our Parachute schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley High School Parachute | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Bea Underwood Elementary School Parachute | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Grand Valley Middle School Parachute | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| De Beque PK-12 School District 49JT De Beque | 11.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Plateau Valley Elementary School Collbran | 15.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Plateau Valley High School Collbran | 15.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Plateau Valley Junior High School Collbran | 15.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Grand Mesa High School Collbran | 15.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Rifle High School Rifle | 15.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Rifle Middle School Rifle | 15.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Wamsley Elementary School Rifle | 16.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Highland Elementary School Rifle | 16.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Graham Mesa Elementary School Rifle | 16.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Cactus Valley Elementary School Silt | 21.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Coal Ridge High School New Castle | 24.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Taylor Elementary School Palisade | 28.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Palisade High School Palisade | 29.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Mount Garfield Middle School Clifton | 31.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Clifton Elementary School Clifton | 32.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Rocky Mountain Elementary School Clifton | 33.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,865
Median Home Value
$251,900
Median Rent
$998/mo
Population
7,155
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
35.6
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| CHRIST THE KING ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver, CO | 5.7 |
| Columbia Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 5.7 |
| Hotchkiss Elementary School Hotchkiss, CO | 5.7 |
| Lawrence Elementary School Arvada, CO | 5.7 |
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| Sedalia Elementary School Sedalia, CO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grand Valley Center for Family Learning
What grades does Grand Valley Center for Family Learning serve?
Grand Valley Center for Family Learning serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Grand Valley Center for Family Learning?
Grand Valley Center for Family Learning has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Valley Center for Family Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand Valley Center for Family Learning is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grand Valley Center for Family Learning rank in CO?
Grand Valley Center for Family Learning ranks #1,106 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Grand Valley Center for Family Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
Grand Valley Center for Family Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grand Valley Center for Family Learning a charter school?
No, Grand Valley Center for Family Learning is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grand Valley Center for Family Learning a Title I school?
No, Grand Valley Center for Family Learning is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grand Valley Center for Family Learning?
76.5% of students at Grand Valley Center for Family Learning qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 268
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Garfield County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (970) 285-5702
Resources & Links
District
Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi- District Enrollment
- 1,171
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,045
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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