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St. Vrain Community Montessori School

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

1055 DELAWARE AVE., Longmont, CO 80501

Charter

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#972 of 1,815

In Longmont

#18 of 30

public schools

In district

#35 of 54

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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St. Vrain Community Montessori School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Longmont · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St. Vrain Community Montessori School

St. Vrain Community Montessori School is a public elementary school in Longmont, CO, part of St. Vrain Valley School District No.

Re1J. St. Vrain Community Montessori School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

St. Vrain Community Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #972 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for St.

Vrain Community Montessori School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St. Vrain Community Montessori School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,045
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

St. Vrain Community Montessori School — Students at St. Vrain Community Montessori School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
30%
2025
Math
25%
ELA
40%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How St. Vrain Community Montessori School Compares

See how St. Vrain Community Montessori School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in CO
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

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

1055 DELAWARE AVE., Longmont, CO 80501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Vrain Community Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Indian Peaks Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flagstaff Charter Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Longmont, see our Longmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Burlington Elementary School Longmont 0.6 mi 4.9
Twin Peaks Charter Academy Longmont 0.5 mi 6.7
Central Elementary School Longmont 0.8 mi 8.6
St. Vrain Virtual High School Longmont 0.8 mi 8.5
New Meridian High School Longmont 0.8 mi 4.9
Indian Peaks Elementary School Longmont 0.9 mi 7.5
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Longmont 0.9 mi 7.3
Sunset Middle School Longmont 0.9 mi 6.0
St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy Longmont 1.0 mi 5.4
SIERRA SCHOOL OF MAIN STREET Longmont 1.3 mi 5.7
Columbine Elementary School Longmont 1.3 mi 6.6
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longmont 1.4 mi
Flagstaff Charter Academy Longmont 1.3 mi 7.5
Longmont High School Longmont 1.6 mi 6.8
HOPEWELL BAPTIST ACADEMY Longmont 1.7 mi
Mountain View Elementary School Longmont 2.0 mi 5.0
CROSSROADS SCHOOL Longmont 2.0 mi
Longs Peak Middle School Longmont 2.1 mi 5.2
LONGMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longmont 2.1 mi 7.8
Timberline PK-8 Longmont 2.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,705

Median Home Value

$461,400

Median Rent

$1,586/mo

Population

43,591

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

58%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Vrain Community Montessori School

What grades does St. Vrain Community Montessori School serve?

St. Vrain Community Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St. Vrain Community Montessori School?

St. Vrain Community Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Vrain Community Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Vrain Community Montessori School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Vrain Community Montessori School rank in CO?

St. Vrain Community Montessori School ranks #972 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is St. Vrain Community Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Vrain Community Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 St. Vrain Community Montessori School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Vrain Community Montessori School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is St. Vrain Community Montessori School a charter school?

Yes, St. Vrain Community Montessori School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is St. Vrain Community Montessori School a Title I school?

No, St. Vrain Community Montessori School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Vrain Community Montessori School?

11.6% of students at St. Vrain Community Montessori 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

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

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