Best Schools in Lajara, Colorado
1 schools · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lajara by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Conejos Alternative Program
Other · North Conejos School District No. Re1j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$233,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$233,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lajara
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Conejos Alternative Program | 6.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $46,211
- Median home value
- $233,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lajara compares
Median household income
$46k
53% of Colorado median
About Schools in Lajara, Colorado
Lajara, Colorado is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Lajara show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lajara is North Conejos Alternative Program with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lajara is served by 1 school district: North Conejos School District No. Re1J. These districts collectively serve 955 students.
Lajara's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,211. The poverty rate in the area is 16.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Lajara
Lajara, Colorado · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,211
Median Home Value
$233,100
Median Rent
$719/mo
Population
1,973
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Community Profile
Lajara has a median household income of $46,211. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,100, with a median rent of $719/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Colorado
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lajara, Colorado
How many schools are in Lajara, Colorado?
Lajara has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lajara, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lajara is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lajara, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Lajara on MySchoolScout is North Conejos Alternative Program with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lajara, Colorado?
Lajara is served by 1 school district: North Conejos School District No. Re1j.
What is the education level in Lajara, Colorado?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Lajara have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lajara, Colorado?
The median household income in Lajara is approximately $46,211 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lajara, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lajara is 34.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lajara, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.