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Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School

11274 Highway 140, Hesperus, CO 81326, United States

+1 (970) 588-3331

http://fortlewismesa.durangoschools.org/

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Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School Overview

About This School

Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School is a public elementary in Hesperus, Colorado, serving 116 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 83% in English Language Arts, 78% in math, and 88% in science. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 11 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $58,629. Students at the school are 63% male and 37% female. The demographic makeup is 72% White, 22% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% Black.

116

Total Students

PK-5

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

11 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

La Plata County

Students per Counselor

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Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Class Information

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 10:1

State Avg: 16:1

Students per Counselor

Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$58,629

City Avg: $58,629

State Avg: $72,711

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1

Students per Counselor:1

Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

62.93%

Male

37.07%

Female

Total Enrollment: 116 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White72.41%

Hispanic21.55%

Asian0%

Black0.86%

Two or More Races1.72%

Native American3.45%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School

Q: What is Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School?

A: Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School is a elementary public located in Hesperus.

Q: How many students attend Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School?

A: Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School has approximately 116 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School - Hesperus, CO

Quick Facts about Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School
School Name	Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	11274 Highway 140, Hesperus, CO 81326, Hesperus, CO
County	La Plata County
Phone	+1 (970) 588-3331
Total Students	116
Student-Teacher Ratio	10:1
Full-Time Teachers	11
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School

What is Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School?

Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School is a elementary public located in Hesperus.

How many students attend Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School?

Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School has approximately 116 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School is 10:1.

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