Eagle

48°F
Current Population
7,923
Elevation Level
6600 ft

About Eagle

Just thirty miles outside of Vail, sits the serene yet adventurous town of Eagle, Colorado. With mountains, rivers, and a vibrant city, Eagle is a “springboard for adventure" and worth exploring! 

Explore Eagle

Entertainment & Culture

​​​​​​Eagle is the epitome of Western Colorado. It's close to great skiing, has beautiful trails that provide panoramic Rocky Mountain views, and features a historic downtown. Eagle offers year-round outdoor activities and fun local entertainment. 

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Popular Restaurants

 A rich history and love for recreation define the culture in Eagle. But you don’t have to venture to the mountains to find activity – the city features down-to-earth restaurants, cafes, and breweries with year-round events. Whether you head to Eagle County Fairgrounds or the local breweries, Eagle has something for everyone. 

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Parks

Surrounded by open space, state parks, and Bureau of Land Management land, Eagle offers nearly endless opportunities for Colorado outdoor enthusiasts. Popular activities include snowmobiling, snowshoeing, mountain biking, hiking, rafting, golfing, and camping. The city, named after the Eagle River, boasts ideal locations for lake, stream, and ice fishing. Sylvan Lake State Park is just 15 miles from the center of town and has 46 campsites with scenic views of sprawling aspen glades and a crystal-clear high-mountain lake. 

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About the Community

Brush Creek Elementary School

Summary
  • District Eagle County School District No. Re 50
  • Phone (970) 328-8930
  • Address 333 EAGLE RANCH RD
  • County Eagle County
  • Grade KN - 05
  • Instructional Level Elementary School
Programs and Services Available
  • Pre-Kindergarten Yes
  • Kindergarten Yes
  • Magnet School No
  • Charter School No
  • The International Baccalureate No
  • Advanced Placement No
  • Before and After School Program No
  • Gifted and Talended Program Yes
  • Elementary School Indicator Yes
  • Middle School Indicator No
  • High School Indicator No
Enrollment and Attendance
  • Enrollment Change Pct No Change
  • Total Reported Enrollment 400
  • Student Teacher Ratio 14

Eagle Valley Elementary School

Summary
  • District Eagle County School District No. Re 50
  • Phone (970) 328-6981
  • Address 737 E 3RD ST
  • County Eagle County
  • Grade KN - 05
  • Instructional Level Elementary School
Programs and Services Available
  • Pre-Kindergarten Yes
  • Kindergarten Yes
  • Magnet School No
  • Charter School No
  • The International Baccalureate Yes
  • Advanced Placement No
  • Before and After School Program No
  • Gifted and Talended Program Yes
  • Elementary School Indicator Yes
  • Middle School Indicator No
  • High School Indicator No
Enrollment and Attendance
  • Enrollment Change Pct -1% to -5%
  • Total Reported Enrollment 400
  • Student Teacher Ratio 12

Eagle Valley High School

Summary
  • District Eagle County School District No. Re 50
  • Phone (970) 328-8960
  • Address 641 VALLEY RD
  • County Eagle County
  • Grade 09 - 12
  • Instructional Level High School
Programs and Services Available
  • Pre-Kindergarten No
  • Kindergarten No
  • Magnet School No
  • Charter School No
  • The International Baccalureate No
  • Advanced Placement Yes
  • Before and After School Program No
  • Gifted and Talended Program Yes
  • Elementary School Indicator No
  • Middle School Indicator No
  • High School Indicator No
Enrollment and Attendance
  • Enrollment Change Pct +5% to +10%
  • Total Reported Enrollment 1016
  • Student Teacher Ratio 16

Eagle Valley Middle School

Summary
  • District Eagle County School District No. Re 50
  • Phone (970) 328-6224
  • Address 747 E 3RD ST
  • County Eagle County
  • Grade 06 - 08
  • Instructional Level Middle School
Programs and Services Available
  • Pre-Kindergarten No
  • Kindergarten No
  • Magnet School No
  • Charter School No
  • The International Baccalureate No
  • Advanced Placement No
  • Before and After School Program Yes
  • Gifted and Talended Program No
  • Elementary School Indicator No
  • Middle School Indicator No
  • High School Indicator No
Enrollment and Attendance
  • Enrollment Change Pct +5% to +10%
  • Total Reported Enrollment 375
  • Student Teacher Ratio 14

Gypsum Creek Middle School

Summary
  • District Eagle County School District No. Re 50
  • Phone (970) 328-8980
  • Address 401 GRUNDEL WAY
  • County Eagle County
  • Grade 06 - 08
  • Instructional Level Middle School
Programs and Services Available
  • Pre-Kindergarten No
  • Kindergarten No
  • Magnet School No
  • Charter School No
  • The International Baccalureate No
  • Advanced Placement No
  • Before and After School Program No
  • Gifted and Talended Program Yes
  • Elementary School Indicator No
  • Middle School Indicator No
  • High School Indicator No
Enrollment and Attendance
  • Enrollment Change Pct +1% to +5%
  • Total Reported Enrollment 400
  • Student Teacher Ratio 15

Red Hill Elementary School

Summary
  • District Eagle County School District No. Re 50
  • Phone (970) 328-8970
  • Address 100 GRUNDEL WAY
  • County Eagle County
  • Grade KN - 05
  • Instructional Level Elementary School
Programs and Services Available
  • Pre-Kindergarten Yes
  • Kindergarten Yes
  • Magnet School No
  • Charter School No
  • The International Baccalureate No
  • Advanced Placement No
  • Before and After School Program Yes
  • Gifted and Talended Program Yes
  • Elementary School Indicator Yes
  • Middle School Indicator No
  • High School Indicator No
Enrollment and Attendance
  • Enrollment Change Pct -10% to -15%
  • Total Reported Enrollment 330
  • Student Teacher Ratio 13

Population, Weather and Economics

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Population

Population Details
  • Population 7,923
  • Population 5 Yr Projection 8,630
Households
  • Total Households 2,648
  • Households 5 Yr Projection 2,888
  • Average Size of Household 3.00
  • Households With Children 1,023

Climate & Weather

Summary
  • Annual Precip In 12.97
  • Avg Jan Low Temp 3.97
  • Avg Jul Low Temp 44.23
  • Avg Jan High Temp 33.88
  • Avg Jul High Temp 83.61
Indexes
  • Ozone Index 116
  • Air Pollution Index 72
  • Earthquake Index 72
  • Hail Index 1
  • Tornado Index 11
  • Wind Index 45

Economics

  • Housing Median Built Yr 1990
  • Maintenance and Insurance Cost 121
  • Health Care Cost 128
  • Transportation Cost 138