Needs Improvement
#1692 of 1,815 schools in CO
Thunder Valley Pk-8
Elementary School · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
555 8TH STREET, Frederick, CO 80530
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,692 of 1,815
In Frederick
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#53 of 54
St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
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Thunder Valley Pk-8
Elementary School in Frederick · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thunder Valley Pk-8
Thunder Valley Pk-8 is a public elementary school in Frederick, CO, part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J.
Thunder Valley Pk-8 serves approximately 857 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Thunder Valley Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,692 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Thunder Valley Pk-8 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Thunder Valley Pk-8 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
35% of students at Thunder Valley Pk-8 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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Thunder Valley Pk-8 — Students at Thunder Valley Pk-8 score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.1/10.
How Thunder Valley Pk-8 Compares
See how Thunder Valley Pk-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
555 8TH STREET, Frederick, CO 80530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thunder Valley Pk-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highlands Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soaring Heights PK-8 (rated 8.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth Homyak PK-8 (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Dacono), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Frederick, see our Frederick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spark! Discovery Preschool Frederick | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Frederick Senior High School Frederick | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Legacy Elementary School Frederick | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Carbon Valley Academy Frederick | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Kenneth Homyak PK-8 Dacono | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Prairie Ridge Elementary School Firestone | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Coal Ridge Middle School Firestone | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Centennial Elementary Firestone | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Grand View Elementary Frederick | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Firestone Charter Academy Firestone | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Soaring Heights PK-8 Erie | 5.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Erie High School Erie | 5.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Mead High School Longmont | 6.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Highlands Elementary School Erie | 6.4 mi | 9.2 |
| BOLDER PATHWAY SCHOOL Broomfield | 7.2 mi | — |
| Little Trappers Preschool Fort Lupton | 6.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Fort Lupton Middle School Fort Lupton | 6.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Leo William Butler Elementary School Fort Lupton | 6.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Fort Lupton High School Fort Lupton | 6.6 mi | 5.4 |
| VISTA RIDGE ACADEMY Erie | 7.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,172
Median Home Value
$449,200
Median Rent
$2,182/mo
Population
6,097
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
93.4%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bear Creek K-8 School Lakewood, CO | 3.7 |
| Johnson Elementary School Montrose, CO | 3.7 |
| Turnberry Elementary Commerce City, CO | 3.7 |
| Explore Pk-8 Thornton, CO | 3.6 |
| Ponderosa Elementary School Aurora, CO | 3.5 |
| Basalt Elementary School Basalt, CO | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thunder Valley Pk-8
What grades does Thunder Valley Pk-8 serve?
Thunder Valley Pk-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Thunder Valley Pk-8?
Thunder Valley Pk-8 has an enrollment of approximately 857 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thunder Valley Pk-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Thunder Valley Pk-8 is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thunder Valley Pk-8 rank in CO?
Thunder Valley Pk-8 ranks #1,692 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Thunder Valley Pk-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Thunder Valley Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Thunder Valley Pk-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thunder Valley Pk-8 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thunder Valley Pk-8 a charter school?
No, Thunder Valley Pk-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thunder Valley Pk-8 a Title I school?
No, Thunder Valley Pk-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thunder Valley Pk-8?
57.1% of students at Thunder Valley Pk-8 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 857
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Weld County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (303) 833-2456
Resources & Links
District
St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J- District Enrollment
- 31,757
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,045
- District Rank
- #53 of 54
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