Serving 327 students in grades 5-8, Salida Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 13:1 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Salida Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Salida school district, covering approximately 469.3 square miles in Salida, CO. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 22.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salida Middle School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salida Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salida Middle School's ranking?
Salida Middle School is ranked #567 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
327 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 Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salida Middle School?
Salida Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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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