Serving 374 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 17% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Bear Valley International School's student population of 374 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Valley International School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Valley International School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1441 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
72%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Valley International School's ranking?
Bear Valley International School is ranked #1441 out of 1,748 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bear Valley International School?
374 students attend Bear Valley International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bear Valley International School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Valley International School?
Bear Valley International School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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