Huerfano School District Re-1
School District · Walsenburg, Colorado
Avg Rating
4.8
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,798
Student-Teacher Ratio
36.8:1
Avg Rating
4.8
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,798
Student-Teacher Ratio
36.8:1
How this district compares
Colorado rank
#147 of 155
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.6
below Colorado avg
Per-pupil spending
$16,798
+$1,640 vs Colorado median
District size
478 students
Smaller than Colorado median
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 4.8/10, Huerfano School District Re-1 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Gardner Valley School, which has a composite score of 5.9/10.
In standardized testing, Huerfano School District Re-1 students show an average math proficiency of 10.6% and ELA proficiency of 20.9%.
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 4.8/10. 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?
Gardner Valley School is the highest-rated school in Huerfano School District Re-1 with a composite score of 5.9/10.
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 10.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 20.9%. 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 4.8/10 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 10.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 20.9%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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