Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Bear Valley International School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Valley International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bear Valley International School's student population of 498 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Valley International School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Valley International School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1403 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
78%
35%
Black
3%
4%
White
11%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Valley International School's ranking?
Bear Valley International School is ranked #1403 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bear Valley International School often compared to?
Bear Valley International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Bear Valley International School?
498 students attend Bear Valley International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bear Valley International School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Valley International School?
Bear Valley International School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bear Valley International School offer ?
Bear Valley International School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bear Valley International School part of?
Bear Valley International School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Bear Valley International School located?
Bear Valley International School is located in the Bear Valley neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Bear Valley.
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