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#804 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 44% in state

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Valley View Innovation School

Elementary School · Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St

6951 FOX WAY, Denver, CO 80221

Enrollment

121

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#804 of 1,815

In Denver

#110 of 222

public schools

In district

#3 of 18

Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Valley View Innovation School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Valley View Innovation School

Valley View Innovation School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St. Valley View Innovation School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Innovation School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #804 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Valley View Innovation School show 33% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 121 students, Valley View Innovation School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.6Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.9% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,482
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Valley View Innovation School — Students at Valley View Innovation School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (2025 CMAS)
School
State
38.6% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 45.6% (2025 CMAS)
School
State
46.7% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 4 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

How Valley View Innovation School Compares

See how Valley View Innovation School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in CO
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

Location

6951 FOX WAY, Denver, CO 80221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley View Innovation School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westminster Academy for International Studies (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sherrelwood Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Global Primary Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy Denver 0.4 mi 5.5
Mapleton Online Denver 0.7 mi
Early Learning Center at Francis M. Day Denver 0.7 mi 4.6
Global Leadership Academy Denver 0.8 mi 5.8
Global Intermediate Academy Denver 0.8 mi 5.8
Global Primary Academy Denver 0.8 mi 7.4
Performing Arts School on Broadway Denver 0.8 mi
Adventure Elementary Denver 1.0 mi 3.2
Trailside Academy Denver 1.0 mi 7.1
Sherrelwood Elementary School Denver 1.5 mi 7.6
Orchard Park Academy Denver 1.2 mi 5.3
Welby Community School of the Arts Denver 1.5 mi 4.3
The Pinnacle Charter School Federal Heights 1.9 mi 4.7
Metropolitan Arts Academy Denver 1.8 mi 6.5
Fairview PK-8 Denver 1.7 mi 3.6
North Star Elementary School Denver 2.2 mi 5.2
GUARDIAN ANGELS Denver 2.3 mi 5.9
Westminster Academy for International Studies Westminster 1.9 mi 8.3
McElwain Elementary School Thornton 2.3 mi 4.8
Coronado Hills Elementary School Thornton 2.2 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,425

Median Home Value

$449,700

Median Rent

$1,642/mo

Population

40,938

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

68.4%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley View Innovation School

What grades does Valley View Innovation School serve?

Valley View Innovation School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Valley View Innovation School?

Valley View Innovation School has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Innovation School?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Innovation School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Valley View Innovation School rank in CO?

Valley View Innovation School ranks #804 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Valley View Innovation School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley View Innovation School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Valley View Innovation School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley View Innovation School has 33% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).

Is Valley View Innovation School a charter school?

No, Valley View Innovation School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Valley View Innovation School a Title I school?

No, Valley View Innovation School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley View Innovation School?

62.8% of students at Valley View Innovation 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Adams County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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