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Agate Junior Senior High School
High School · Agate School District No. 300
P O BOX 118, Agate, CO 80101
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Agate Junior Senior High School
Agate Junior Senior High School is a public high school in Agate, CO, part of the Agate School District No. 300. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Students demonstrate 20% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $87,606, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 18 students, Agate Junior Senior High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, Agate Junior Senior High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Agate Junior Senior High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- P O BOX 118, Agate, CO 80101
- Phone
- (719) 764-2741
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 10% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 118, Agate, CO 80101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Agate Junior Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Simla High School (rated 8.3/10, 23.8 miles away, in nearby Simla). Another option is Woodlin Undivided High School (rated 7.2/10, 31.9 miles away, in nearby Woodrow). Additionally, Deer Trail Junior-Senior High School (rated 6.6/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Deer Trail). For more schools in Agate, see our Agate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Agate Elementary School Agate | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Deer Trail Elementary School Deer Trail | 11.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Deer Trail Junior-Senior High School Deer Trail | 11.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Limon Elementary School Limon | 19.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Limon Junior-Senior High School Limon | 19.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Simla Elementary School Simla | 23.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Simla High School Simla | 23.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Simla Junior High School Simla | 23.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Byers Elementary School Byers | 22.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Byers Junior-Senior High School Byers | 22.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Prairie Creek High School Strasburg | 28.1 mi | — |
| Strasburg Elementary School Strasburg | 28.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Strasburg High School Strasburg | 28.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Hemphill Middle School Strasburg | 28.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Woodlin Elementary School Woodrow | 31.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Woodlin Undivided High School Woodrow | 31.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Calhan Elementary School Calhan | 35.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Calhan Secondary School Calhan | 35.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Bennett Preschool Bennett | 32.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Bennett Elementary School Bennett | 32.8 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,606
Median Home Value
$411,100
Median Rent
$2,258/mo
Population
449
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
74.8%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
49.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Agate Junior Senior High School has a median household income of $87,606. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $411,100, with a median rent of $2,258/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alamosa Online Alamosa, CO | — |
| CORNERSTONE MINISTRIES DBA GRACE ACADEMY Fort Collins, CO | — |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL Longmont, CO | — |
| Campo Undivided High School Campo, CO | — |
| Center Virtual Academy Center, CO | — |
| Chaffee County High School Buena Vista, CO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Agate Junior Senior High School
What grades does Agate Junior Senior High School serve?
Agate Junior Senior High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Agate Junior Senior High School?
Agate Junior Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Agate Junior Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Agate Junior Senior High School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Agate Junior Senior High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Agate Junior Senior High School has 20.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Agate Junior Senior High School a charter school?
No, Agate Junior Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Agate Junior Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Agate Junior Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Agate Junior Senior High School?
61.1% of students at Agate Junior Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (302/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Elbert County
- Phone
- (719) 764-2741
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Agate School District No. 300- District Enrollment
- 75
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,790
Other Schools in This District
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