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Guffey Charter School

Elementary School · Park County School District No. Re-2

P O BOX 147, Guffey, CO 80820

Charter

Enrollment

20

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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Elementary School in Guffey · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Guffey Charter School

Guffey Charter School is a public elementary school in Guffey, CO, part of Park County School District No. Re-2. Guffey Charter School serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th.

MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Structured state assessment records for Guffey Charter School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 20 students, Guffey Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Guffey Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Guffey Charter School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
20 students
Type
Public (Charter)
Address
P O BOX 147, Guffey, CO 80820
Phone
(719) 689-2093
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

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
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2012
Math
49.5%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
69.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2020*
ELA
75%
2021*
ELA
75%
2022
Math
10%
2025
Math
38.9%
ELA
50%

* 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.

Location

P O BOX 147, Guffey, CO 80820

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guffey Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln School of Science and Technology (rated 7.6/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Canon City). Another option is Summit Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Divide). Additionally, Canon Exploratory School (rated 7.5/10, 24.8 miles away, in nearby Canon City). For more schools in Guffey, see our Guffey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lake George Charter School Lake George 17.8 mi 5.0
Cresson Elementary School Cripple Creek 18.1 mi 5.1
Cripple Creek-Victor Junior-Senior High School Cripple Creek 18.2 mi 4.2
Canon Exploratory School Canon City 24.8 mi 7.5
Cotopaxi Elementary School Cotopaxi 27.5 mi 5.3
Cotopaxi Junior-Senior High School Cotopaxi 27.5 mi 6.7
Washington Elementary School Canon City 25.9 mi 4.7
Canon City High School Canon City 25.9 mi 6.1
Canon City Middle School Canon City 26.3 mi 5.6
Harrison School Canon City 26.0 mi 5.8
Mount View Core Knowledge Charter School Canon City 26.1 mi 6.3
Lincoln School of Science and Technology Canon City 26.8 mi 7.6
Summit Elementary School Divide 24.6 mi 7.6
CANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Canon City 27.0 mi 6.0
McKinley Elementary School Canon City 27.6 mi 5.5
FOUR MILE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN Canon City 27.7 mi
Crest Academy Salida 29.4 mi 8.4
Salida Early Childhood Center Salida 29.8 mi 5.7
Salida Middle School Salida 29.9 mi 8.6
Horizons Exploratory Academy Salida 29.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,913

Median Home Value

$392,300

Population

537

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

87.1%

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

61

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guffey Charter School

What grades does Guffey Charter School serve?

Guffey Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Guffey Charter School?

Guffey Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.

What are the test scores at Guffey Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Guffey Charter School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Guffey Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Guffey Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Guffey Charter School a Title I school?

No, Guffey Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
5 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
20
0
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Park County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

Park County School District No. Re-2
District Enrollment
576
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,413

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