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#1118 of 1,815 schools in CO
Salida Early Childhood Center
School · Salida School District No. R-32
516 TELLER AVE, Salida, CO 81201
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,118 of 1,815
In Salida
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Salida School District No. R-32
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Salida Early Childhood Center
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About Salida Early Childhood Center
Salida Early Childhood Center is a public school in Salida, CO, part of Salida School District No. R-32. Salida Early Childhood Center serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Salida Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,118 of 1,815 schools in CO.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Salida Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Salida Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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How Salida Early Childhood Center Compares
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Location
516 TELLER AVE, Salida, CO 81201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salida Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Salida Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crest Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Longfellow Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salida, see our Salida schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salida Middle School Salida | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Salida High School Salida | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Horizons Exploratory Academy Salida | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Crest Academy Salida | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Salida | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Salida Montessori Charter School Salida | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Buena Vista High School Buena Vista | 22.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Cotopaxi Elementary School Cotopaxi | 19.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Cotopaxi Junior-Senior High School Cotopaxi | 19.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Buena Vista Middle School Buena Vista | 22.7 mi | 7.1 |
| DARREN PATTERSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Buena Vista | 22.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Chaffee County High School Buena Vista | 23.1 mi | — |
| Avery/Parsons Elementary School Buena Vista | 23.1 mi | 4.8 |
| The Grove BVSD's Early Learning Program Buena Vista | 23.1 mi | 3.1 |
| THE LINK SCHOOL Buena Vista | 27.7 mi | — |
| Mountain Valley School Saguache | 31.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Guffey Charter School Guffey | 29.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,850
Median Home Value
$631,700
Median Rent
$1,614/mo
Population
9,561
College Educated
52.1%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
46.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salida Early Childhood Center
What grades does Salida Early Childhood Center serve?
Salida Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Salida Early Childhood Center?
Salida Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salida Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Salida Early Childhood Center is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salida Early Childhood Center rank in CO?
Salida Early Childhood Center ranks #1,118 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Salida Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Salida Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Salida Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Salida Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salida Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Salida Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 66
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chaffee County
- Phone
- (719) 530-5237
Resources & Links
District
Salida School District No. R-32- District Enrollment
- 1,322
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,274
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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