Located in the heart of the Roaring Fork Valley, Basalt Elementary School serves approximately 580 students from preschool through 4th grade. As part of proud Longhorn Country, we're the cornerstone of Basalt's unique educational journey—the only town in the Roaring Fork School District with a single elementary, middle, and high school working together to create an unparalleled sense of community and continuity

Academic Excellence in Two Languages

Our English/Spanish dual language program sets us apart as a leader in bilingual education. We're proud that our scholars consistently exceed state and local averages on reading assessments (Dibels & Lectura). Most recently, our 4th graders outperfomed all schools in the valley on CMAS English Language Arts. Our students achieve this while becoming bilingual and biliterate—a testament to our innovative approach to education. We maintain a remarkable 100% participation rate in CMAS testing across all grades and subjects, demonstrating our school's strong commitment to academic excellence and continuous improvement.

Looking to the Future

Our partnership with Basalt Middle School and Basalt High School ensures that students can continue their dual language education journey, with the opportunity to earn the prestigious Seal of Biliteracy upon graduation.

Here in Longhorn Country, we're building the foundation for lifelong learning and success, one student at a time.

Beyond the Classroom

We believe in educating the whole child through exceptional outdoor and experiential learning opportunities. Our students engage in adventures ranging from skiing and snowshoeing to river rafting and ice skating. Through partnerships with organizations like the Roaring Fork Conservancy, ACES, TACAW, Aspen Art Museum, The Art Base, Anderson Ranch, and Colorado Extreme, we provide immersive experiences that deepen both personal and academic growth.