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Sandrock Elementary

Elementary School · Moffat County School District RE: No. 1

201 EAST 9TH, Craig, CO 81625

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,308 of 1,815

In Craig

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Moffat County School District RE: No. 1

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Sandrock Elementary

5.1/10

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

Craig Middle School

5.7/10

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3.1/10

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About Sandrock Elementary

Sandrock Elementary is a public elementary school in Craig, CO, part of Moffat County School District RE: No. 1. Sandrock Elementary serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandrock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,308 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Sandrock Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Sandrock Elementary 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 Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.4% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.2% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.7 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,776
Chronic Absenteeism49.8%

Sandrock Elementary — Students at Sandrock Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.0% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 30 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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
2025
Math
30.4%
ELA
31.3%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Sandrock Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in CO
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.8%

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

201 EAST 9TH, Craig, CO 81625

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sandrock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meeker Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 38.0 miles away, in nearby Meeker), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunset Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeview Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Craig, see our Craig schools guide .

Nearby Schools

11 within 38.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Craig Middle School Craig 0.1 mi 5.7
Early Childhood Center Craig 0.5 mi 3.1
Sunset Elementary School Craig 0.7 mi 6.9
Moffat County High School Craig 1.1 mi 4.7
Ridgeview Elementary School Craig 2.5 mi 5.8
Hayden Valley Elementary School Hayden 14.9 mi 4.3
Hayden High School Hayden 14.9 mi 7.3
Hayden Middle School Hayden 15.0 mi 5.1
Meeker Elementary School Meeker 38.0 mi 8.3
Barone Middle School Meeker 38.1 mi 7.9
Meeker High School Meeker 38.3 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,649

Median Home Value

$266,900

Median Rent

$1,059/mo

Population

12,242

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sandrock Elementary

What grades does Sandrock Elementary serve?

Sandrock Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sandrock Elementary?

Sandrock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandrock Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sandrock Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sandrock Elementary rank in CO?

Sandrock Elementary ranks #1,308 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Sandrock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sandrock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Sandrock Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandrock Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sandrock Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sandrock Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sandrock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

71.9% of students at Sandrock Elementary 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Moffat County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.8%

District

Moffat County School District RE: No. 1
District Enrollment
1,915
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,776
District Rank
#4 of 6

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