Below Average
#1406 of 1,815 schools in CO
Goal Academy
High School · El Paso County Colorado School District 49
304 S. VICTORIA AVE, Pueblo, CO 81003
Enrollment
6,142
Student-Teacher
29:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
6,142
Student-Teacher
29:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,406 of 1,815
In Pueblo
#23 of 45
public schools
In district
#26 of 30
El Paso County Colorado School District 49
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Goal Academy
High School in Pueblo · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Goal Academy
Goal Academy is a public high school in Pueblo, CO, part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49. Goal Academy serves approximately 6,142 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 29:1 student-teacher ratio. Goal Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,406 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Goal Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CO avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Goal Academy is a large school: 6,142 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Goal Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Goal Academy runs 29:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Goal Academy — Students at Goal Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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: 9.7/10.
How Goal Academy Compares
See how Goal Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
304 S. VICTORIA AVE, Pueblo, CO 81003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goal Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central High School (rated 4.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Academy of Las Animas Online School (rated 4.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pueblo, see our Pueblo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Connect Charter School Pueblo | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Central High School Pueblo | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pueblo | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Bessemer Elementary School Pueblo | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Pueblo Youth Service Center Pueblo | 1.4 mi | — |
| Fountain International Magnet School Pueblo | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Heritage Elementary School Pueblo | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Columbian Elementary School Pueblo | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Bradford Elementary School Pueblo | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pueblo | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Minnequa Elementary School Pueblo | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CHRISTIAN GROWTH ACADEMY Pueblo | 1.8 mi | — |
| CHRISTIAN GROWTH ACADEMY Pueblo | 1.8 mi | — |
| Risley International Academy of Innovation Pueblo | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Irving Elementary School Pueblo | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Academy of Las Animas Online School Pueblo | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Park View Elementary School Pueblo | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Corwin International Magnet School Pueblo | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Pueblo Charter School for the Arts & Sciences Pueblo | 2.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Haaff Elementary School Pueblo | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,750
Median Home Value
$178,600
Median Rent
$847/mo
Population
14,820
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.7%
Median Age
36.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goal Academy
What grades does Goal Academy serve?
Goal Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Goal Academy?
Goal Academy has an enrollment of approximately 6,142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goal Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Goal Academy is 29:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Goal Academy rank in CO?
Goal Academy ranks #1,406 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Goal Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Goal Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Goal Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Goal Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).
Is Goal Academy a charter school?
Yes, Goal Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Goal Academy a Title I school?
No, Goal Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6,142
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 212
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pueblo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.0%
- Phone
- (877) 776-4625
- 4-Year Graduation
- 31.0%
Resources & Links
District
El Paso County Colorado School District 49- District Enrollment
- 24,867
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,473
- District Rank
- #26 of 30
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