Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blue Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Mountain Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day
School Rankings
Blue Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Mountain Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
49%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Mountain Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Blue Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Blue Mountain Elementary School?
542 students attend Blue Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Blue Mountain Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Mountain Elementary School?
Blue Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blue Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Blue Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Mountain Elementary School part of?
Blue Mountain Elementary School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
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