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Chaffee County High School
High School · Buena Vista School District No. R-31
P O BOX 2027, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Chaffee County High School
Chaffee County High School is a public high school in Buena Vista, CO, part of the Buena Vista School District No. R-31. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1.
Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 75% in reading/language arts. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,132, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, Chaffee County 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, Chaffee County 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- P O BOX 2027, Buena Vista, CO 81211
- Website
- bvschools.org
- Phone
- (719) 395-4064
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 3 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 remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022).
Location
P O BOX 2027, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chaffee County High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Horizons Exploratory Academy (rated 8.3/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Salida). Another option is Cloud City High School (rated 7.5/10, 29.3 miles away, in nearby Leadville). Additionally, South Park High School (rated 6.6/10, 27.2 miles away, in nearby Fairplay). For more schools in Buena Vista, see our Buena Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Avery/Parsons Elementary School Buena Vista | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| The Grove BVSD's Early Learning Program Buena Vista | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Buena Vista Middle School Buena Vista | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Buena Vista High School Buena Vista | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| DARREN PATTERSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Buena Vista | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| THE LINK SCHOOL Buena Vista | 5.8 mi | — |
| Longfellow Elementary School Salida | 22.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Salida Montessori Charter School Salida | 22.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Horizons Exploratory Academy Salida | 22.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Salida Middle School Salida | 23.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Salida High School Salida | 23.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Salida Early Childhood Center Salida | 23.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Crest Academy Salida | 23.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Edith Teter Elementary School Fairplay | 27.2 mi | 5.7 |
| South Park High School Fairplay | 27.2 mi | 6.6 |
| South Park Middle School Fairplay | 27.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Lake County High School Leadville | 29.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Cloud City High School Leadville | 29.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Lake County Intermediate School Leadville | 29.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Lake County Elementary School Leadville | 29.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,132
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,413/mo
Population
8,191
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
72.3%
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
47
Community Profile
The community surrounding Chaffee County High School has a median household income of $62,132. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $566,200, with a median rent of $1,413/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE MINISTRIES DBA GRACE ACADEMY Fort Collins, CO | — |
| Campo Undivided High School Campo, CO | — |
| Grand Mesa Youth Services Center Grand Junction, CO | — |
| Mountview Youth Service Center Denver, CO | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chaffee County High School
What grades does Chaffee County High School serve?
Chaffee County High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Chaffee County High School?
Chaffee County High School has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chaffee County High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chaffee County 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 Chaffee County High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Chaffee County High School has 25.0% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Chaffee County High School a charter school?
No, Chaffee County High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chaffee County High School a Title I school?
No, Chaffee County High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chaffee County High School?
75.0% of students at Chaffee County 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
- City Safety
- Average (444/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buena Vista). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chaffee County
- Phone
- (719) 395-4064
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Buena Vista School District No. R-31- District Enrollment
- 985
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,439
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