Marsh Elementary School serves 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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School Overview
Marsh Elementary School's student population of 182 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
182 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marsh Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
71%
36%

Black
n/a
5%

White
27%
50%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marsh Elementary School?
182 students attend Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Marsh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marsh Elementary School?
Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Marsh Elementary School part of?
Marsh Elementary School is part of Monte Vista School District No. C-8.
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