For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 944 students in Salida, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salida, CO are Crest Academy, Longfellow Elementary School and Salida Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salida, CO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Salida have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Salida, CO (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crest Academy
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
220 12th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Grades: 5-8
| 46 students
Rank: #22.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
425 West 7th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5260
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5260
Grades: K-4
| 430 students
Rank: #33.
Salida Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
520 Milford Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Grades: 5-8
| 351 students
Rank: #44.
Salida Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1040 I Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Grades: PK-8
| 117 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Salida, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salida, CO include Crest Academy, Longfellow Elementary School and Salida Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Salida, CO?
4 public elementary schools are located in Salida, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in Salida, CO?
Salida, CO public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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