ECKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ECKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Trinidad School District 1 in the county of Las Animas and school district, located in TRINIDAD, CO with about 136 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 1st 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 8 teachers, ECKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

ECKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located in Trinidad, Colorado, serving as a foundational part of the local Trinidad School District #1. The school is situated at 1021 Pierce Street and serves students in the early grades, focusing on fostering core academic skills and personal development within a small-town community environment. As part of a district with a deep historical connection to the Southern Colorado region, the school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere aimed at preparing young learners for their future educational transitions.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Eckhart Elementary functions as a key community hub for families in the Trinidad area. The school works to integrate traditional classroom instruction with efforts to build character and school spirit among its student body. By maintaining a focus on accessibility and local engagement, Eckhart Elementary strives to provide a stable, nurturing environment that addresses the unique needs of its students while contributing to the overall educational mission of the Trinidad community.

For more information, contact ECKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 846-6995 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.