For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,455 students in Salida, CO.
The top ranked public schools in Salida, CO are Crest Academy, Salida High School and Longfellow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salida, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Salida have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salida, CO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crest Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
220 12th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Grades: 5-8
| 58 students
Rank: #22.
Salida High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26 Jones Avenue
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5400
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5400
Grades: 9-12
| 394 students
Rank: #33.
Longfellow Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 West 7th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5260
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5260
Grades: K-4
| 455 students
Rank: #44.
Salida Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
520 Milford Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Grades: 5-8
| 315 students
Rank: #55.
Horizons Exploratory Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 E 9th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5252
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5252
Grades: 9-12
| 34 students
Rank: #66.
Salida Montessori Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1040 I Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Grades: PK-8
| 128 students
Rank: n/an/a
Salida Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
516 Teller Ave
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5237
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5237
Grades: PK
| 71 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salida, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Salida, CO include Crest Academy, Salida High School and Longfellow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Salida?
7 public schools are located in Salida.
What is the racial composition of students in Salida?
Salida public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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