Serving 311 students in grades 5-8, Salida Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salida Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Salida Middle School's student population of 311 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salida Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salida Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#464 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salida Middle School's ranking?
Salida Middle School is ranked #464 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Salida Middle School?
311 students attend Salida Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Salida Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salida Middle School?
Salida Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Salida Middle School offer ?
Salida Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salida Middle School part of?
Salida Middle School is part of Salida School District No. R-32.
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