Salida High School

Salida School District No. R-32
26 JONES AVENUE
SALIDA, CO 81201
394 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Salida High School, located in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley in Salida, Colorado, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Salida School District R-32-J. The school is known for its commitment to fostering both academic rigor and personal development, providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary education and career opportunities. Its location in a scenic mountain community often informs its culture, which emphasizes a balance between traditional classroom learning and extracurricular engagement within the unique local environment.

The school prides itself on a supportive community atmosphere, focusing on student-centered instruction and the cultivation of well-rounded individuals. By offering a variety of academic programs, sports, and clubs, Salida High aims to meet the diverse interests and needs of its student body. For those seeking detailed information on current academic calendars, athletic schedules, or district policies, the official school website serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.
394
Total Students
26.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    325 (82.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    53 (13.5 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (2.3 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Salida School District No. R-32
Phone: (719)530-5400
Website: http://www.salidaschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 394
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 106
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 116
Grade 10 104
Grade 11 89
Grade 12 85
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Horizons Exploratory Academy
Salida School District No. R-32
34 Students
310 E 9TH STREET
SALIDA, CO 81201 (0.2 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th