What grades does Animas Valley Elementary School serve?

Animas Valley Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in DURANGO, CO. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Animas Valley Elementary School located?

Animas Valley Elementary School is located at DURANGO, CO in a rural area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Animas Valley Elementary School?

Animas Valley Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1.

What schools are in DURANGO, CO?

DURANGO, CO is served by the local school district. Animas Valley Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Animas Valley Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|DURANGO, Colorado|Durango School District No. 9-R

DURANGO, CO 81301

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early. Read more

Sep

Mon

Professional Development Day (No School)Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Sep

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early. Read more

Sep

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early. Read more

Sep

Mon

Professional Development Day (No School)Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early. Read more

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

183

Student:Teacher

10.8:1

Locale

Rural

District

Durango School District No. 9-R

Econ. Disadvantaged

41.5%

Phone

(970)247-0124

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

40-49%

Chronic Absenteeism

24.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

4 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.1:1

Better than average in CO

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

180

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

15.26

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.55000001

School Resource Officers

0.30000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,729

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,968

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,556

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 45%Local 47%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$661,671

+1.3% 1yr+46.0% 5yr

Durango, CO metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.8%

Below 150% poverty line

3.3%

Unemployment rate

9.5%

Uninsured residents

4.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

185

Current enrollment

Declining(-25% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 14, 2026

Early Release

Students released one hour early. Read more

half_day

Mon, Sep 21, 2026

Professional Development Day (No School)

No school for students. Read more

Staff Day

Mon, Sep 21, 2026

Early Release

Students released one hour early. Read more

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Durango School District No. 9-R. Animas Valley Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday (No School)District-wide No school Read more	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Professional Development Day (No School)District-wide No school for students. Read more	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Professional Development Day (No School)District-wide No school for students. Read more	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Free SOIL Lab Workshop: Holiday Wreath CraftingDistrict-wide Free community workshop hosted by Durango School District's SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab. Visit SoilLab.org for details. Read more	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Finals WeekDistrict-wide Finals Week	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Development Work Day (No School)District-wide No school for students Read more	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday (No School)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day (No School)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 22, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Professional Development (PD) DayDistrict-wide Professional Development Day — No school	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early. Read more	half_day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Finals WeekDistrict-wide Finals Week	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day Holiday (No School)District-wide No school Read more	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Professional Development Day (No School)District-wide May be moved to June 1 if no snow days are used. Read more	Staff Day	—

Showing 45 events for the 2026-27 school year

Frequently Asked Questions about Animas Valley Elementary School

Animas Valley Elementary School currently enrolls 183 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in CO.