Serving 21 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Vilas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vilas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vilas Elementary School's student population of 21 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vilas Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 schools are Vilas Elementary School often compared to?
Vilas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pritchett Elementary School, Walsh Elementary School, Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Vilas Elementary School?
21 students attend Vilas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Vilas Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vilas Elementary School?
Vilas Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vilas Elementary School offer ?
Vilas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vilas Elementary School part of?
Vilas Elementary School is part of Vilas School District Re-5.
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