OTERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OTERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harrison School District No. 2 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 345 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 23 teachers, OTERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

OTERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school serving the Harrison School District 2 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Located in the southwest part of the city, the school operates with a commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for its diverse student body. As part of a district that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of the "whole child," Otero Elementary focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to engage in collaborative and creative problem-solving.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Otero Elementary is known for fostering a community-focused culture that prioritizes family involvement and student well-being. The school utilizes various resources and community partnerships to ensure that students have access to the support they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. By emphasizing character development and a positive school climate, Otero strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond, aiming to cultivate responsible and curious lifelong learners.

For more information, contact OTERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 579-2110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.