Serving 60 students in grades 5-8, Crest Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Crest Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Salida, CO school district, covering approximately 469.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crest Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crest Academy's student population of 60 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Crest Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crest Academy is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crest Academy's ranking?
Crest Academy is ranked #76 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Crest Academy?
60 students attend Crest Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Crest Academy students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crest Academy?
Crest Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crest Academy offer ?
Crest Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crest Academy part of?
Crest Academy is part of Salida School District No. R-32.
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