What grades does Escalante Middle School serve?

As a Middle school, Escalante Middle School serves students in DURANGO, CO. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Escalante Middle School located?

You can find Escalante Middle School in DURANGO, CO.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Escalante Middle School?

At Escalante Middle School, there are approximately 15.5 students for every teacher.

What schools are in DURANGO, CO?

Escalante Middle School is among the schools serving DURANGO, CO. The school is part of the local school system.

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Escalante Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|DURANGO, Colorado|Durango School District No. 9-R

DURANGO, CO 81303

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early.

Nov

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early.

Nov

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early.

Nov

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Students released one hour early.

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

511

Student:Teacher

15.5:1

Locale

Town

District

Durango School District No. 9-R

Econ. Disadvantaged

45.6%

Phone

(970)247-9491

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

21%

30th percentile in CO

Chronic Absenteeism

59.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

45 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.4:1

Better than average in CO

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

535

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

37.1

100% fully certified

Counselors

School Resource Officers

0.5

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,729

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,968

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,556

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 45%Local 47%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$661,671

+1.3% 1yr+46.0% 5yr

Durango, CO metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.8%

Below 150% poverty line

3.3%

Unemployment rate

9.5%

Uninsured residents

4.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

461

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

Early Release

Students released one hour early.

half_day

Mon, Nov 2, 2026

Early Release

Students released one hour early.

half_day

Mon, Nov 9, 2026

Early Release

Students released one hour early.

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Durango School District No. 9-R. Escalante Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday (No School)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Professional Development Day (No School)District-wide No school for students.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Professional Development Day (No School)District-wide No school for students.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Free SOIL Lab Workshop: Holiday Wreath CraftingDistrict-wide Free community workshop hosted by Durango School District's SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab. Visit SoilLab.org for details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Finals WeekDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Development Work Day (No School)District-wide No school for students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 22, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Professional Development (PD) DayDistrict-wide Professional Development Day — No school	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Students released one hour early.	half_day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Finals WeekDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day Holiday (No School)District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Professional Development Day (No School)District-wide May be moved to June 1 if no snow days are used.	Staff Day	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Escalante Middle School

Escalante Middle School has a total enrollment of 511 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in DURANGO, CO.