MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL

MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL is a Title I public school that is part of the Mountain Valley School District No. Re 1 school district, located in SAGUACHE, CO with about 125 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL, located in the small, rural town of Saguache, Colorado, serves as the educational hub for the local community as part of the MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL District RE-1. As a small, K-12 institution, the school emphasizes a tight-knit environment where staff and students benefit from intimate class sizes and a personalized approach to learning. Its location in the San Luis Valley reflects its commitment to serving a unique, geographically isolated population, often acting as a focal point for community activities and local engagement.

Academically, MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL strives to provide a comprehensive education despite the challenges inherent in a small, rural setting. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for both higher education and workforce readiness, often utilizing the surrounding natural landscape as an extension of the classroom. By fostering a culture of close relationships and student accountability, the school aims to bridge the gap between traditional academic standards and the specific needs of its diverse student body, ensuring that every learner has the opportunity to thrive within their supportive community.

For more information, contact MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL at (719) 655-2578 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.