Bea Underwood Elementary School

Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi
0741 TAMARISK TRAIL
PARACHUTE, CO 81635
390 Students
Elementary School 2nd - 5th
School Overview
Bea Underwood Elementary School, located in Parachute, Colorado, serves as a primary educational institution within the Garfield County School District 16. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement for its elementary-aged students. By integrating core curriculum standards with a commitment to individual student success, the school aims to prepare children for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

The school’s culture is deeply connected to the small-town community of Parachute, often serving as a central hub for student activities and family involvement. With a focus on creating a safe and inclusive atmosphere, Bea Underwood Elementary emphasizes both intellectual and social-emotional development. Through its digital resources and school programs, the administration maintains a consistent effort to keep families informed and involved in the educational journey of their students, ensuring that the school remains a pillar of the local educational landscape.
390
Total Students
26.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    196 (50.3%)
  • Hispanic
    180 (46.2%)
  • Two or More
    7 (1.8%)
  • Black
    3 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi
Phone: (970)285-5703
Grade Range: 2nd - 5th
Total Students: 390
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 209
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 60

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 2 106
Grade 3 91
Grade 4 88
Grade 5 105
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Grand Valley Center for Family Learning
Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi
265 Students
100 EAST SECOND STREET
PARACHUTE, CO 81635 (1.7 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 1st