Overview

Florida Mesa Elementary School is a public school in Durango, CO, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 11 elementary schools in Durango 9-R School District.

School Rating

Florida Mesa Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Colorado with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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3 Reviews
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Neighborhood

216 Colorado 172
Durango, CO 81303
School leader: Shannon Morris
(970) 247-4250
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