Marsh Elementary School serves 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Attendance Zone: Marsh Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 213.9 square miles in Monte Vista, CO. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsh Elementary School's student population of 166 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence One Student At A Time
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marsh Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
74%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
22%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marsh Elementary School?
166 students attend Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Marsh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marsh Elementary School?
Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marsh Elementary School part of?
Marsh Elementary School is part of Monte Vista School District No. C-8.
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