Excellent
#318 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 18% in state
Based on limited data
Telluride Elementary School
Elementary School · Telluride School District No. R-1
447 WEST COLUMBIA, Telluride, CO 81435
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#318 of 1,815
In Telluride
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Telluride School District No. R-1
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Telluride Elementary School
Elementary School in Telluride · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Telluride Elementary School
Telluride Elementary School is a public elementary school in Telluride, CO, part of Telluride School District No. R-1. Telluride Elementary School serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio.
Telluride Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 1,815 schools in CO. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Telluride Elementary School 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.
36% of students at Telluride Elementary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Telluride Elementary School Compares
See how Telluride Elementary 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
447 WEST COLUMBIA, Telluride, CO 81435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Telluride Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ridgway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Ridgway), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Telluride Intermediate School (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ouray Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Ouray), a more accessible option. For more schools in Telluride, see our Telluride schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 29.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Telluride Intermediate School Telluride | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Telluride High School Telluride | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Telluride Middle School Telluride | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Telluride | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Ouray Elementary School Ouray | 9.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Ouray Senior High School Ouray | 9.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Ouray Middle School Ouray | 9.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Silverton Elementary School Silverton | 12.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Silverton High School Silverton | 12.0 mi | — |
| Silverton Middle School Silverton | 12.0 mi | — |
| Ridgway Elementary School Ridgway | 15.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Ridgway High School Ridgway | 15.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Ridgway Middle School Ridgway | 15.8 mi | 8.9 |
| COLORADO TIMBERLINE ACADEMY Durango | 33.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Lake City Community School Lake City | 28.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Norwood Public Schools Norwood | 29.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,777
Median Home Value
$706,100
Median Rent
$1,137/mo
Population
5,626
College Educated
72.1%
Homeownership
59.4%
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Emerson School at Columbus Grand Junction, CO | 8.0 |
| Wiley Elementary School Wiley, CO | 8.0 |
| Nederland Elementary School Nederland, CO | 7.9 |
| Palmer Elementary School Denver, CO | 8.1 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Colorado Springs, CO | 7.9 |
| Swink Elementary School Swink, CO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Telluride Elementary School
What grades does Telluride Elementary School serve?
Telluride Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Telluride Elementary School?
Telluride Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Telluride Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Telluride Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Telluride Elementary School rank in CO?
Telluride Elementary School ranks #318 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Telluride Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Telluride Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Telluride Elementary School a charter school?
No, Telluride Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Telluride Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Telluride Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Telluride Elementary School?
25.9% of students at Telluride Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 143
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- San Miguel County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (970) 369-1213
Resources & Links
District
Telluride School District No. R-1- District Enrollment
- 801
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,208
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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