What grades does Thunder Mountain Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Thunder Mountain Elementary School serves students in GRAND JUNCTION, CO. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Thunder Mountain Elementary School located?

You can find Thunder Mountain Elementary School in GRAND JUNCTION, CO.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thunder Mountain Elementary School?

At Thunder Mountain Elementary School, there are approximately 15.8 students for every teacher.

What schools are in GRAND JUNCTION, CO?

Thunder Mountain Elementary School is among the schools serving GRAND JUNCTION, CO. The school is part of the local school system.

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Primary|GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado|Mesa County Valley School District No. 51

GRAND JUNCTION, CO 81504

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

441

Student:Teacher

15.8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Mesa County Valley School District No. 51

Econ. Disadvantaged

60.3%

Phone

(970)254-5870

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25%

7th percentile in CO

Math Proficiency

13%

14th percentile in CO

Chronic Absenteeism

16.7%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

447

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

28.86

97% fully certified

Counselors

0.94999999

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,834

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,945

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,864

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 48%Local 40%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$421,990

+2.2% 1yr+38.6% 5yr

Grand Junction, CO metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.1%

Below 150% poverty line

5.3%

Unemployment rate

10.0%

Uninsured residents

7.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

432

Current enrollment

Declining(-16% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Thunder Mountain Elementary School

Thunder Mountain Elementary School currently enrolls 441 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in CO.