Serving 233 students in grades 3-6, Telluride Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telluride Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Telluride Intermediate School's student population of 233 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Telluride Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telluride Intermediate School is 0.41, 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
#439 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telluride Intermediate School's ranking?
Telluride Intermediate School is ranked #439 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Telluride Intermediate School?
233 students attend Telluride Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Telluride Intermediate School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Telluride Intermediate School?
Telluride Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Telluride Intermediate School offer ?
Telluride Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telluride Intermediate School part of?
Telluride Intermediate School is part of Telluride School District No. R-1.
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