Otis Elementary School

Otis Elementary School is a small rural public school nestled in OTIS, Colorado. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 91 pupils and employs 8 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1. The setting is remote, offering a close-knit community where everyone knows each other.

Otis Elementary School's academic performance shows room for improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and a state ranking of 948 out of 1831 schools in Colorado, placing it at the 48th percentile. In terms of subject proficiency rates, only 34% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 24% achieve proficiency or above in Math. Despite these statistics, Otis Elementary School remains a vital part of its small rural community, providing education and support to the children of OTIS.

With an enrollment of 91 students, Otis Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Otis Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.