SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Salida School District No. R-32 school district, located in SALIDA, CO with about 59 students. With about 4 teachers, SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

The SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (SECC), located at 516 Teller Avenue in Salida, Colorado, serves as the primary hub for early childhood education within the Salida School District R-32-J. The center focuses on providing a nurturing and structured environment designed to foster the social, emotional, and academic development of young children. By offering age-appropriate curriculum and play-based learning, the school aims to build a strong educational foundation for students during their most critical formative years, preparing them for a successful transition into elementary school.

In addition to its educational programming, the SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing collaboration between educators, families, and support services. The facility is equipped to provide inclusive learning opportunities that cater to diverse developmental needs, ensuring that all local children have access to high-quality early instruction. Through its commitment to early intervention and community engagement, the center plays a vital role in supporting working families and promoting long-term academic readiness throughout the Salida area.

For more information, contact SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER at (719) 530-5237 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

516 TELLER AVE
SALIDA, CO 81201-3045
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SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is a public school in SALIDA, CO with about 59 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Pre-K & Kindergarten
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
59
Teachers:
4.87
NSLP Status:1
No
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

* 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 59 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SALIDA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
84.7%
Hispanic/Latino
11.9%
Two or more races
1.7%
Asian
1.7%

Female
42.4%
Male
57.6%

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.