Dillon Valley Elementary School

Summary:

Dillon Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school serving 419 students in grades PK-5 in Dillon, Colorado, which is part of the Summit School District No. Re 1. The school faces significant challenges, with a student population that is 58.23% Hispanic, much higher than the surrounding schools, and a high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.

Dillon Valley Elementary consistently underperforms the district and state averages on academic measures, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts (39.4%) and Math (32.8%) that are lower than the district (39.7% and 29%) and state (44.1% and 34.2%) averages. The school has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating below-average performance, and has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Colorado elementary schools over the past few years. This is in contrast to nearby schools like Breckenridge Elementary and Upper Blue Elementary, which consistently outperform Dillon Valley Elementary on academic measures.

The high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds at Dillon Valley Elementary likely contributes to the school's overall academic underperformance, as research has shown that students from low-income families often face additional challenges that can impact their educational outcomes. Additionally, the school's performance has declined over the past few years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 451 out of 938 Colorado elementary schools in 2014-2015 to 497 out of 943 in 2023-2024, suggesting the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of the student population and improve educational outcomes.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 108 Deerpath Road
       Dillon, CO  80435


(970) 368-1400

District: Summit School District No. Re 1

SchoolDigger Rank:
497th of 943 Colorado Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,345 Help


Students who attend Dillon Valley Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Summit Middle School
High:    Summit High School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.8 Help
Number of students:  410

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
54.9%
White:
39.5%
Two or more races:
3.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  53.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Dillon Valley Elementary School ranks worse than 52.7% of elementary schools in Colorado. It also ranks 4th among 6 ranked elementary schools in the Summit School District No. Re 1. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 42.97. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Dillon Valley Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Summit School District No. Re 1. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (54.9%), White (39.5%), two or more races (3.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 53.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Summit School District No. Re 1. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Dillon Valley Elementary School is 12.8. 3 elementary schools in the Summit School District No. Re 1 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Dillon Valley Elementary School employs 31.9 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Dillon Valley Elementary School is $16,345. 4 elementary schools in the Summit School District No. Re 1 spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Dillon Valley Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Dillon Valley Elementary School 497th of 943 Colorado public elementary schools. (See Dillon Valley Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Summit School District No. Re 1:

SchoolDigger ranks Summit School District No. Re 1 48th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Dillon Valley Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Dillon Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 30.25 597th 808 26.1%
2005 30.96 611th 823 25.8%
2006 30.05 621st 829 25.1%
2007 41.55 546th 852 35.9%
2008 19.82 710th 849 16.4%
2009 30.84 654th 872 25.0%
2010 10.51 840th 925 9.2%
2011 30.23 698th 935 25.3%
2012 29.77 690th 935 26.2%
2013 43.72 571st 954 40.1%
2014 61.86 368th 962 61.7%
2015 47.47 451st 938 51.9%
2016 45.63 454th 914 50.3%
2017 43.91 466th 929 49.8%
2018 35.47 562nd 917 38.7%
2019 33.40 610th 965 36.8%
2021 29.38 530th 710 25.4%
2022 43.56 483rd 921 47.6%
2023 36.25 551st 933 40.9%
2024 42.97 497th 943 47.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Dillon Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 18.09 306th 332 7.8%
2024 14.84 342nd 365 6.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Dillon Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 23.20 541st 690 21.6%
2019 35.57 465th 758 38.7%
2021 14.31 336th 351 4.3%
2022 36.48 369th 595 38.0%
2023 25.26 464th 642 27.7%
2024 31.00 466th 684 31.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Dillon Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.38 375th 693 45.9%
2019 34.44 480th 764 37.2%
2021 27.80 296th 352 15.9%
2022 34.59 375th 594 36.9%
2023 31.12 431st 649 33.6%
2024 38.35 403rd 683 41.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Dillon Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.86 129th 172 25.0%
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Rank History for White students at Dillon Valley Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 77.77 82nd 525 84.4%
2024 67.25 159th 539 70.5%
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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Colorado Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, November 13, 2015

Open Quote The Dual Language program is excellent! My spouse and I are always excited to see the progress of our 4th and 1st graders have been making in their more classic studies as well as those undertaken in Spanish. We have enjoyed the interaction with teachers, administration and other engaged parents this school offers. Way to go Dillon Valley Elementary! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Dillon Valley Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 201 0 1 6 3 n/a n/a 0 211
1989 226 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 228
1990 256 0 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 261
1991 283 1 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 287
1992 299 0 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 303
1993 294 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1994 292 2 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1995 307 4 1 7 0 n/a n/a 0 319
1996 307 4 1 7 0 n/a n/a 0 319
1997 196 0 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 201
1998 208 0 0 19 0 n/a n/a 0 227
1999 223 0 2 24 1 n/a n/a 0 250
2000 224 0 1 37 0 n/a n/a 0 262
2001 215 0 2 58 0 n/a n/a 0 275
2002 182 0 1 113 0 n/a n/a 0 296
2003 182 0 1 113 0 n/a n/a 0 296
2004 151 0 1 111 0 n/a n/a 0 263
2005 102 0 1 133 0 n/a n/a 0 236
2006 92 0 0 157 0 n/a n/a 0 249
2007 103 0 3 176 1 n/a n/a 0 283
2008 121 0 2 201 1 n/a n/a 0 325
2009 133 0 3 226 1 n/a n/a 0 363
2010 157 0 4 228 1 n/a n/a 0 390
2011 165 0 4 223 0 0 3 0 395
2012 162 0 4 236 1 0 5 0 408
2013 145 1 4 232 0 0 5 0 387
2014 161 0 2 245 0 0 8 0 416
2015 164 0 3 243 1 0 13 0 424
2016 176 3 5 244 1 0 15 0 444
2017 166 4 3 247 0 0 14 0 434
2018 161 3 4 244 0 0 13 0 425
2019 162 2 3 231 0 0 20 0 418
2020 169 2 3 235 0 0 17 0 426
2021 161 1 4 227 0 0 16 0 409
2022 162 3 4 240 0 0 16 0 425
2023 159 3 2 244 0 0 11 0 419
2024 162 3 7 225 0 0 13 0 410

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Dillon Valley Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 211 9.5 22.2 n/a
1989 228 13.2 17.2 4.8
1990 261 14.7 17.7 6.9
1991 287 14.3 20.0 1.4
1992 303 15.4 19.6 2
1993 296 15.1 19.6 3
1994 296 15.9 18.6 7.1
1995 319 19.4 16.4 6.3
1996 319 19.4 16.4 6.3
1997 201 16.0 12.6 1.5
1998 227 15.0 15.1 5.7
1999 250 15.2 16.4 7.2
2000 262 15.3 17.1 17.6
2001 275 17.3 15.9 15.3
2002 296 23.2 12.8 24
2003 296 23.2 12.8 24
2004 263 25.0 10.5 31.2
2005 236 21.4 11.0 43.2
2006 249 23.3 10.7 52.6
2007 283 22.5 12.6 53
2008 325 25.4 12.8 56.9
2009 363 25.3 14.3 58.7
2010 390 25.9 15.0 57.9
2011 395 28.4 13.8 51.9
2012 408 28.0 14.5 56.9
2013 387 27.4 14.0 51.4
2014 416 27.5 15.0 53.1
2015 424 32.0 13.2 52.4
2016 444 30.0 14.8 55.9
2017 434 32.8 13.2 49.5
2018 425 31.0 13.6 51.3
2019 418 30.4 13.7 51.4
2020 426 30.9 13.7 49.3
2021 409 29.4 13.8 46.7
2022 425 35.3 12.0 33.9
2023 419 32.7 12.8 51.1
2024 410 31.9 12.8 53.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Dillon Valley Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 211 9.5 22.2 n/a
1989 228 13.2 17.2 4.8
1990 261 14.7 17.7 6.9
1991 287 14.3 20.0 1.4
1992 303 15.4 19.6 2
1993 296 15.1 19.6 3
1994 296 15.9 18.6 7.1
1995 319 19.4 16.4 6.3
1996 319 19.4 16.4 6.3
1997 201 16.0 12.6 1.5
1998 227 15.0 15.1 5.7
1999 250 15.2 16.4 7.2
2000 262 15.3 17.1 17.6
2001 275 17.3 15.9 15.3
2002 296 23.2 12.8 24
2003 296 23.2 12.8 24
2004 263 25.0 10.5 31.2
2005 236 21.4 11.0 43.2
2006 249 23.3 10.7 52.6
2007 283 22.5 12.6 53
2008 325 25.4 12.8 56.9
2009 363 25.3 14.3 58.7
2010 390 25.9 15.0 57.9
2011 395 28.4 13.8 51.9
2012 408 28.0 14.5 56.9
2013 387 27.4 14.0 51.4
2014 416 27.5 15.0 53.1
2015 424 32.0 13.2 52.4
2016 444 30.0 14.8 55.9
2017 434 32.8 13.2 49.5
2018 425 31.0 13.6 51.3
2019 418 30.4 13.7 51.4
2020 426 30.9 13.7 49.3
2021 409 29.4 13.8 46.7
2022 425 35.3 12.0 33.9
2023 419 32.7 12.8 51.1
2024 410 31.9 12.8 53.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Dillon Valley Elementary School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $13,323
2020 $14,688
2021 $15,465
2022 $15,349
2023 $16,345

Data source: Colorado Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Dillon Valley Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 610th of 965 Elementary schoolsRanks 551st of 933 Elementary schools
 4.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Dillon Valley Elementary School)33.932.6
 1.3%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Summit School District No. Re 1)38.639.1
 0.5%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)41.339.9
 1.4%
3rd Grade Math (Dillon Valley Elementary School)26.424.6
 1.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Summit School District No. Re 1)35.132.3
 2.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Colorado)4140.4
 0.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Dillon Valley Elementary School)48.352.9
 4.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Summit School District No. Re 1)54.439.7
 14.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)4843.8
 4.2%
4th Grade Math (Dillon Valley Elementary School)16.442.9
 26.5%
   4th Grade Math (Summit School District No. Re 1)29.129.7
 0.6%
   4th Grade Math (Colorado)33.632.7
 0.9%
5th Grade Science (Dillon Valley Elementary School)36.723
 13.7%
   5th Grade Science (Summit School District No. Re 1)40.532.8
 7.7%
   5th Grade Science (Colorado)35.933.9
 2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Dillon Valley Elementary School)41.726.7
 15%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Summit School District No. Re 1)48.444.5
 3.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)48.447.8
 0.6%
5th Grade Math (Dillon Valley Elementary School)2625.8
 0.2%
   5th Grade Math (Summit School District No. Re 1)29.236.8
 7.6%
   5th Grade Math (Colorado)35.736.5
 0.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Dillon Valley Elementary School)41.437
 4.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Summit School District No. Re 1)49.140.9
 8.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)45.843.7
 2.1%
All Grades Math (Dillon Valley Elementary School)22.830.9
 8.1%
   All Grades Math (Summit School District No. Re 1)32.428.1
 4.3%
   All Grades Math (Colorado)34.732.9
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students418419
 0.2%
African American23
 50%
American Indian00
Asian32
 33.3%
Hispanic231244
 5.6%
Pacific Islander00
White162159
 1.9%
Two or More Races2011
 45%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients51.4%51.1%
 0.4%


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Students at Dillon Valley Elementary School are 55% Hispanic, 40% White, 3% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

Students who attend Dillon Valley Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Summit Middle School
High : Summit High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 410 students attended Dillon Valley Elementary School.

Dillon Valley Elementary School ranks 497th of 943 Colorado elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Colorado Department of Education.

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