Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Salida Del Sol Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salida Del Sol Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salida Del Sol Academy's student population of 631 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Motto
Where students rise!
School Rankings
Salida Del Sol Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salida Del Sol Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1488 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BasketballCross Country
Cross Country RunningSoccer
TrackVolley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubChess Club
Cooking ClubCulture Club
Garden ClubGirls on the Run
Homework ClubMusic Club
Reading ClubRobotics
Scrapbooking ClubStudent Council
Yearbook Club
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salida Del Sol Academy's ranking?
Salida Del Sol Academy is ranked #1488 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Salida Del Sol Academy often compared to?
Salida Del Sol Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Martinez Elementary School, Meeker Elementary School, Union Colony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Salida Del Sol Academy?
631 students attend Salida Del Sol Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Salida Del Sol Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salida Del Sol Academy?
Salida Del Sol Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Salida Del Sol Academy offer ?
Salida Del Sol Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salida Del Sol Academy part of?
Salida Del Sol Academy is part of Greeleyschool District No. 6 In The County Of Weld And Sta.
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