School Overview
Escalante Middle School, located at 141 Baker Lane in Durango, Colorado, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Durango School District 9-R. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development, catering to the unique needs of students during their transition from elementary to high school. By utilizing the scenic backdrop of the Durango area, the school often incorporates community-focused values and active learning opportunities into its curriculum to prepare students for future academic success.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Escalante Middle School prides itself on a culture of inclusivity and engagement. The school provides a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and elective programs that allow students to explore their personal interests, whether in the arts, technology, or physical education. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school strives to build strong partnerships with families and the local community to ensure that every student is challenged, supported, and encouraged to contribute positively to their school environment.
461
Total Students
35.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Escalante Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White286
Hispanic111
Black8
Asian1
Two or More24
American Indian31
  • White
    286 (62.0%)
  • Hispanic
    111 (24.1%)
  • American Indian
    31 (6.7%)
  • Two or More
    24 (5.2%)
  • Black
    8 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Durango School District No. 9-R
Phone: (970)247-9491
Website: http://escalante.durangoschools.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 461
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 183
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14
Grades Taught
Grade 6 144
Grade 7 133
Grade 8 184

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Escalante Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6144
Grade 7133
Grade 8184
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Escalante Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24152.3%
Male22047.7%