School Overview
Taylor Elementary School, located in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, is a public school within the Colorado Springs School District 11. It serves a diverse student body, typically ranging from preschool through fifth grade. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive community environment, placing a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. Its location near the foothills provides a unique setting that often incorporates local surroundings into the student experience.

Academically, Taylor Elementary focuses on foundational literacy and mathematics while integrating a variety of extracurricular activities and support services to meet the needs of a wide range of learners. The school maintains an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and encourages family involvement, which is a hallmark of its neighborhood-school philosophy. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between staff, families, and students, Taylor Elementary aims to create a nurturing atmosphere that prepares children for the transition to middle school and long-term academic success.
160
Total Students
10.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Taylor Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White75
Hispanic50
Black13
Asian1
Two or More19
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    75 (46.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    50 (31.2 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (11.9 %)
  • Black
    13 (8.1 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
Phone: (719)328-3500
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 160
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 104
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 21
Kindergarten 21
Grade 1 30
Grade 2 24
Grade 3 20
Grade 4 21
Grade 5 23

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Taylor Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten21
Kindergarten21
Grade 130
Grade 224
Grade 320
Grade 421
Grade 523
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Taylor Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7848.8%
Male8251.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)