Huerfano School District Re-1
School District · Walsenburg, Colorado
Avg Rating
3.5
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,798
Student-Teacher Ratio
36.8:1
Avg Rating
3.5
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,798
Student-Teacher Ratio
36.8:1
Evaluating Huerfano School District Re-1?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Huerfano School District Re-1 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Walsenburg Jr. Sr. High School
Walsenburg · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Gardner Valley School
Gardner · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Peakview School
Walsenburg · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Colorado rank
#155 of 155
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-2.7
below Colorado avg
Per-pupil spending
$16,798
+$1,640 vs Colorado median
District size
478 students
Smaller than Colorado median
The short answer
Huerfano School District Re-1 ranks #155 of 155 Colorado districts by overall school rating. Huerfano School District Re-1's schools with real test data average 3.5/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Walsenburg Jr. Sr. High School (5.1/10), Gardner Valley School (2.9/10), and Peakview School (2.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Huerfano School District Re-1
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walsenburg Jr. Sr. High School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Gardner Valley School | 2.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Peakview School | 2.5 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Huerfano School District Re-1
Huerfano School District Re-1 is a Walsenburg, Colorado school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 478 students with a student-teacher ratio of 36.8:1. The district invests $16,798 per student annually.
With an average rating of 3.5/10, Huerfano School District Re-1 has schools with varying levels of academic achievement.
The highest-rated school in the district is Walsenburg Jr. Sr. High School, which has a composite score of 5.1/10.
In standardized testing, Huerfano School District Re-1 students show an average math proficiency of 26.3% and ELA proficiency of 40.6%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Huerfano School District Re-1, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Huerfano School District Re-1 with test data.
Schools in Huerfano School District Re-1
3 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Colorado
- City
- Walsenburg
- Total Enrollment
- 478
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Huerfano School District Re-1?
Huerfano School District Re-1 has 3 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Huerfano School District Re-1?
The average composite rating for Huerfano School District Re-1 is 3.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Huerfano School District Re-1?
Huerfano School District Re-1 spends $16,798 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Huerfano School District Re-1?
The average student-teacher ratio in Huerfano School District Re-1 is 36.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Huerfano School District Re-1?
Walsenburg Jr. Sr. High School is the highest-rated school in Huerfano School District Re-1 with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What are the test scores in Huerfano School District Re-1?
Across schools in Huerfano School District Re-1 with test data, the average math proficiency is 26.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 40.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Huerfano School District Re-1 compare to other districts in Colorado?
Huerfano School District Re-1 has an average school rating of 3.5/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Colorado by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 3.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 26.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 40.6%
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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.
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