Average
#823 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 45% in state
Escalante Middle School
Middle School · Durango School District No. 9-R
141 BAKER LANE, Durango, CO 81303
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#823 of 1,815
In Durango
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 13
Durango School District No. 9-R
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Escalante Middle School
Escalante Middle School is a public middle school in Durango, CO, part of Durango School District No. 9-R. Escalante Middle School serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Escalante Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #823 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Escalante Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CO avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Escalante Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Escalante Middle School — Students at Escalante Middle School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Escalante Middle School Compares
See how Escalante Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
141 BAKER LANE, Durango, CO 81303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Escalante Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mountain Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Miller Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 4.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Durango, see our Durango schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Juniper School Durango | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Park Elementary School Durango | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Southwest Colorado eSchool Durango | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| DURANGO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durango | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Durango Big Picture High School Durango | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango Englewood | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Durango | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF DURANGO Durango | 4.0 mi | — |
| Durango High School Durango | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Needham Elementary School Durango | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Animas High School Durango | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverview Elementary School Durango | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Miller Middle School Durango | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Florida Mesa Elementary School Durango | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Mountain Middle School Durango | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| THE LIBERTY SCHOOL Durango | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Sunnyside Elementary School Durango | 7.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Animas Valley Elementary School Durango | 12.2 mi | 4.8 |
| COLORADO TIMBERLINE ACADEMY Durango | 15.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ignacio | 14.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,565
Median Home Value
$535,800
Median Rent
$1,424/mo
Population
9,696
College Educated
34.8%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Castle Rock Middle School Castle Rock, CO | 6.4 |
| DSST: Montview Middle School Denver, CO | 6.4 |
| Falcon Bluffs Middle School Littleton, CO | 6.4 |
| Franklin Middle School Greeley, CO | 6.4 |
| Holmes Middle School Colorado Springs, CO | 6.6 |
| Miller Middle School Durango, CO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Escalante Middle School
What grades does Escalante Middle School serve?
Escalante Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Escalante Middle School?
Escalante Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Escalante Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Escalante Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Escalante Middle School rank in CO?
Escalante Middle School ranks #823 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Escalante Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Escalante Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Escalante Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Escalante Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Escalante Middle School a charter school?
No, Escalante Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Escalante Middle School a Title I school?
No, Escalante Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escalante Middle School?
45.6% of students at Escalante Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- La Plata County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (970) 247-9491
Resources & Links
District
Durango School District No. 9-R- District Enrollment
- 5,146
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,729
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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