Best Schools in Rocky Ford, Colorado
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Rocky Ford Junior/senior High School
High · Rocky Ford School District No. R2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jefferson Intermediate School
Elementary · Rocky Ford School District No. R2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$139,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$139,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rocky Ford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rocky Ford Junior/senior High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Jefferson Intermediate School | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $48,029
- Median home value
- $139,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Rocky Ford compares
Colorado rank
#35 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$48k
56% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Rocky Ford, Colorado
Rocky Ford, Colorado is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Rocky Ford 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 Rocky Ford is Washington Primary School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rocky Ford is served by 1 school district: Rocky Ford School District No. R2. These districts collectively serve 616 students.
Rocky Ford's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,029. The poverty rate in the area is 31.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 152 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.4 |
| 2 | 199 students · 3rd–6th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 265 students · 7th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Rocky Ford
Rocky Ford, Colorado · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,029
Median Home Value
$139,100
Median Rent
$927/mo
Population
5,590
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
64%
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Community Profile
Rocky Ford has a median household income of $48,029. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $139,100, with a median rent of $927/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Rocky Ford, Colorado
How many schools are in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
Rocky Ford has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rocky Ford is 6.9 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 Rocky Ford, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Rocky Ford on MySchoolScout is Rocky Ford Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rocky Ford on MySchoolScout is Jefferson Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Rocky Ford on MySchoolScout is Rocky Ford Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Rocky Ford, Colorado?
Rocky Ford is served by 1 school district: Rocky Ford School District No. R2.
What is the education level in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Rocky Ford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
The median household income in Rocky Ford is approximately $48,029 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rocky Ford is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rocky Ford, 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.