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Below Average

#1589 of 1,815 schools in CO

Rocky Mountain Elementary School

Elementary School · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

800 EAST 5TH, Longmont, CO 80504

Enrollment

313

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,589 of 1,815

In Longmont

#29 of 30

public schools

In district

#49 of 54

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Rocky Mountain Elementary School

4.1/10

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

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About Rocky Mountain Elementary School

Rocky Mountain Elementary School is a public elementary school in Longmont, CO, part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J.

Rocky Mountain Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rocky Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,589 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Rocky Mountain Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Rocky Mountain 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 Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.5% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.4% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,045
Chronic Absenteeism33.5%

Rocky Mountain Elementary School — Students at Rocky Mountain Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 32.8% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
22%
2025
Math
15%
ELA
20.1%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Rocky Mountain Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
13th percentile in CO
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

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

800 EAST 5TH, Longmont, CO 80504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rocky Mountain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fall River Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Longmont, see our Longmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Timberline PK-8 Longmont 0.9 mi 7.2
Skyline High School Longmont 1.0 mi 5.8
Columbine Elementary School Longmont 1.0 mi 6.6
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Longmont 1.1 mi 7.3
Fall River Elementary School Longmont 1.3 mi 7.8
Trail Ridge Middle School Longmont 1.2 mi 5.5
SIERRA SCHOOL OF MAIN STREET Longmont 1.3 mi 5.7
LONGMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longmont 1.5 mi 7.8
HOPEWELL BAPTIST ACADEMY Longmont 1.4 mi
Alpine Elementary School Longmont 1.8 mi 3.8
Central Elementary School Longmont 1.6 mi 8.6
CROSSROADS SCHOOL Longmont 1.8 mi
St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy Longmont 1.8 mi 5.4
St. Vrain Community Montessori School Longmont 1.9 mi 6.1
Burlington Elementary School Longmont 2.2 mi 4.9
THE COTTAGE SCHOOL - TERRY Longmont 2.3 mi
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longmont 2.1 mi
Mountain View Elementary School Longmont 2.2 mi 5.0
Northridge Elementary School Longmont 2.4 mi 5.2
Longmont High School Longmont 2.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,671

Median Home Value

$556,500

Median Rent

$1,895/mo

Population

61,305

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

40.2

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Edwards Elementary School Edwards, CO 4.1
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Bessemer Elementary School Pueblo, CO 4.0
Boston K-8 School Aurora, CO 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rocky Mountain Elementary School

What grades does Rocky Mountain Elementary School serve?

Rocky Mountain Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rocky Mountain Elementary School?

Rocky Mountain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rocky Mountain Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rocky Mountain Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rocky Mountain Elementary School rank in CO?

Rocky Mountain Elementary School ranks #1,589 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Rocky Mountain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rocky Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Rocky Mountain Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rocky Mountain Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rocky Mountain Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rocky Mountain Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

72.5% of students at Rocky Mountain 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
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

District

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
District Enrollment
31,757
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,045
District Rank
#49 of 54

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