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#502 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 28% in state

Glenwood Springs High School

High School · Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1

1521 GRAND AVENUE, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Enrollment

1,036

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#502 of 1,815

In Glenwood Springs

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 14

Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

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About Glenwood Springs High School

Glenwood Springs High School is a public high school in Glenwood Springs, CO, part of Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1. Glenwood Springs High School serves approximately 1,036 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Glenwood Springs High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Glenwood Springs High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Glenwood Springs High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation35.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,667
Chronic Absenteeism39.7%

Glenwood Springs High School — Students at Glenwood Springs High School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
42%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Glenwood Springs High School Compares

See how Glenwood Springs High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in CO
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
19
10 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
35.3% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
10 boys'·9 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1521 GRAND AVENUE, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glenwood Springs High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bridges (rated 7.3/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Roaring Fork High School (rated 7.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glenwood Springs, see our Glenwood Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glenwood Springs 0.3 mi 6.6
Glenwood Springs Elementary School Glenwood Springs 0.5 mi 5.1
Yampah Mountain School Glenwood Springs 0.8 mi 6.5
Sopris Elementary School Glenwood Springs 2.1 mi 6.6
Glenwood Springs Middle School Glenwood Springs 2.5 mi 5.5
Two Rivers Community School Glenwood Springs 2.9 mi 7.1
Riverview School Glenwood Springs 4.0 mi 7.5
Carbondale Community Charter School Carbondale 10.2 mi 4.8
COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Carbondale 10.3 mi 7.3
Bridges Carbondale 11.5 mi 7.3
Ross Montessori School Carbondale 11.6 mi 3.3
Crystal River Elementary School Carbondale 11.8 mi 5.0
Carbondale Middle School Carbondale 11.9 mi 8.1
Roaring Fork High School Carbondale 12.2 mi 7.2
AMBLESIDE AT SKYLARK New Castle 11.2 mi 6.5
Kathryn Senor Elementary School New Castle 11.3 mi 5.1
Riverside School New Castle 11.3 mi 5.3
Elk Creek Elementary New Castle 11.7 mi 4.0
LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY New Castle 11.8 mi 5.2
WALDORF SCHOOL ON THE ROARING FORK Carbondale 13.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,632

Median Home Value

$726,000

Median Rent

$1,812/mo

Population

16,268

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glenwood Springs High School

What grades does Glenwood Springs High School serve?

Glenwood Springs High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Glenwood Springs High School?

Glenwood Springs High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,036 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Springs High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Springs High School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glenwood Springs High School rank in CO?

Glenwood Springs High School ranks #502 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Glenwood Springs High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glenwood Springs High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Glenwood Springs High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenwood Springs High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Glenwood Springs High School a charter school?

No, Glenwood Springs High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Glenwood Springs High School a Title I school?

No, Glenwood Springs High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glenwood Springs High School?

47.4% of students at Glenwood Springs 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Garfield County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
District Enrollment
5,841
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,667
District Rank
#3 of 14

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