BASALT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
BASALT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1 school district, located in BASALT, CO with about 583 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, BASALT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
BASALT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the heart of Basalt, Colorado, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Roaring Fork School District. Situated at 151 East Cottonwood Drive, the school is deeply integrated into its mountain community, providing a nurturing environment tailored to the developmental needs of young learners. As part of a district committed to academic excellence and inclusivity, the school focuses on fostering a strong educational base while supporting the diverse social and emotional growth of its students.
The school is known for its commitment to bilingual education and community engagement, reflecting the multicultural demographics of the Roaring Fork Valley. By utilizing a curriculum that emphasizes both core academic subjects and holistic development, Basalt Elementary prepares its students for success in middle school and beyond. Through its accessible online platform, the school maintains strong communication with families, ensuring a collaborative approach to education that prioritizes student achievement and community partnership.
For more information, contact BASALT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (970) 384-5800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BASALT, CO 81621-8345
(970) 384-5800
http://bes.rfsd.k12.co.us/
BASALT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BASALT, CO with about 583 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
- Total Students:
- 583
- Teachers:
- 43.24
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 583 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 58.1%
- White
- 40.0%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Black or African American
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.