PRAIRIE WINDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRAIRIE WINDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Pueblo County School District 70 school district, located in PUEBLO WEST, CO with about 525 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 26 teachers, PRAIRIE WINDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

PRAIRIE WINDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Pueblo West, Colorado, serving students within the Pueblo County School District 70. Situated in a suburban residential area, the school is known for fostering a supportive community atmosphere where educators emphasize foundational academic skills alongside personal development. It serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, focusing on creating a safe and engaging environment that caters to the diverse needs of its elementary-age student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Prairie Winds is committed to integrating technology into the classroom and promoting a positive school culture. The school generally prioritizes active parent involvement and a collaborative approach to education, aiming to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school. With its location in the growing community of Pueblo West, the school works to balance rigorous instructional standards with programs that encourage social-emotional growth and student participation in extracurricular activities.

For more information, contact PRAIRIE WINDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 647-9732 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

597 E EARL DRIVE
PUEBLO WEST, CO 81007
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PRAIRIE WINDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in PUEBLO WEST, CO with about 525 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
525
Teachers:
26.13
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 525 students

White
58.7%
Hispanic/Latino
29.9%
Two or more races
10.5%
Black or African American
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Asian
0.2%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

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.