Grand Valley Middle School

Grand Valley School District No. 16 in the county of Garfi
0364 SIPRELLE DRIVE
PARACHUTE, CO 81635
264 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Grand Valley Middle School (GVMS) is located in Parachute, Colorado, and serves as a key educational institution within the Garfield County School District 16. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on the academic, social, and emotional development of students during their critical middle years. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school while encouraging personal growth and community involvement.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded experience, integrating core academic subjects with opportunities for extracurricular engagement. By utilizing its location in the Grand Valley region, the school maintains a strong connection to the local community, promoting a culture of collaboration among students, staff, and families. For those seeking specific details regarding academic calendars, district policies, or upcoming school events, the official website provides a comprehensive resource for the school community.
264
Total Students
16.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    132 (50.0%)
  • Hispanic
    119 (45.1%)
  • Two or More
    9 (3.4%)
  • Black
    2 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle 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)285-5707
Website: http://gvms.garfield16.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 264
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 126
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 42

* 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 6 95
Grade 7 85
Grade 8 84
Gender Ratio