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Outer Range

School · Montrose County School District Re-1J

930 COLORADO AVE, Montrose, CO 81403

Enrollment

83

Student-Teacher

20.8:1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Equity

7.1 / 10

Strong

About Outer Range

Outer Range is a public school in Montrose, CO, part of the Montrose County School District Re-1J. The school serves approximately 83 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.8:1. Students demonstrate 44% in reading/language arts, 1 points below the state average.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,636, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 83 students, Outer Range 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.

The student-teacher ratio at Outer Range is 20.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
83 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.8:1
Address
930 COLORADO AVE, Montrose, CO 81403
Phone
(970) 249-7726
Data Year
SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?

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Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.4%
School
State
44.9%

Based on 1 test record from CO state assessments. About our data

How Outer Range Compares

See how Outer Range performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
6.9/10
6.9/10
Environment
2.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers

Location

930 COLORADO AVE, Montrose, CO 81403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Outer Range may also want to explore other schools in the area. Garnet Mesa Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Delta). Another option is Delta High School (rated 6.9/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Delta). Additionally, Pomona Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Montrose, see our Montrose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Childhood Center Montrose 0.1 mi 5.0
Black Canyon High School Montrose 0.3 mi
Montrose High School Montrose 0.3 mi 5.0
Pomona Elementary School Montrose 0.5 mi 6.8
Vista Charter School Montrose 0.8 mi 5.5
Columbine Middle School Montrose 0.8 mi 4.8
Northside Elementary School Montrose 1.0 mi 6.7
Peak Virtual Academy Montrose 1.1 mi 5.4
Centennial Middle School Montrose 1.0 mi 5.6
Cottonwood Elementary School Montrose 2.0 mi 6.8
POPE JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Montrose 2.2 mi 6.5
Johnson Elementary School Montrose 2.7 mi 3.9
Oak Grove Elementary School Montrose 2.9 mi 5.5
Olathe Middle/High School Olathe 10.9 mi 5.0
Olathe Elementary School Olathe 11.3 mi 6.4
Delta High School Delta 20.1 mi 6.9
Grand Mesa Choice Academy Delta 20.4 mi 4.8
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL & TINY TREASURES Delta 20.5 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Delta 20.7 mi 6.1
Garnet Mesa Elementary School Delta 21.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,636

Median Home Value

$481,900

Median Rent

$1,335/mo

Population

11,955

College Educated

35.2%

Homeownership

80.8%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

48.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Outer Range has a median household income of $73,636. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $481,900, with a median rent of $1,335/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Outer Range

What grades does Outer Range serve?

Outer Range serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Outer Range?

Outer Range has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Outer Range?

The student-teacher ratio at Outer Range is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Outer Range?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Outer Range has 44.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Outer Range a charter school?

No, Outer Range is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Outer Range a Title I school?

No, Outer Range is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Outer Range?

31.3% of students at Outer Range 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,461/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Montrose). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Montrose County
Data Year
2023–2024

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