Coal Ridge High School

Coal Ridge High School is a regular public high school located in the rural setting of New Castle, Colorado. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 629 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23.3:1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. Coal Ridge High School holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks at #1174 among the 1831 high schools in Colorado, placing it around the 36th percentile statewide.

Academically, the school scores an overall rating of 6.3 out of 10, with 60% of students reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while only 32% achieve proficiency in math. Despite these numbers, Coal Ridge High School focuses on providing a supportive learning environment that fosters student development and growth. The school is situated in a rural area, offering its students a close-knit community atmosphere.

The student-teacher ratio at Coal Ridge High School is 23.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Coal Ridge 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.