Otis School District No. R-3

Located at 518 Dungan Street in Otis, Colorado, Otis School District No. R-3 is an open, traditional public school system serving a rural remote community in eastern Colorado. Managing two active schools, the independent, non-charter district offers a seamless PK–12 educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Its focused geographic and institutional structure ensures that local children can complete their entire primary and secondary education within a familiar, close-knit academic environment tailored to the needs of its surrounding community.

With a total student body of 192 pupils—comprising 112 male and 80 female students—the district maintains intimate class sizes across all grade levels, ranging from single-digit cohorts in early primary grades to 20 students in the graduating senior class. To support this student population, Otis School District No. R-3 employs a substantial workforce of nearly 84 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel, including approximately 35 FTE teachers, 9 FTE instructional aides, and 40 FTE support staff members. This favorable ratio of educators and dedicated staff to students allows for personalized academic support and strong operational care. Families and educational researchers can learn more by visiting the district’s official website at www.otisr3.com or by calling their main office at (970) 246-3486.