Serving 237 students in grades 3-6, Telluride Intermediate 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Telluride Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 346.1 square miles around Telluride, CO. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Telluride Intermediate School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Telluride Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telluride Intermediate 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
#457 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Telluride Intermediate School's ranking?
Telluride Intermediate School is ranked #457 out of 1,748 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 33% CO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Telluride Intermediate School?
237 students attend Telluride Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Telluride Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Telluride Intermediate School?
Telluride Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Telluride Intermediate School offer ?
Telluride Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telluride Intermediate School part of?
Telluride Intermediate School is part of Telluride School District No. R-1.
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