Very Good
#469 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 26% in state
Based on limited data
La Junta Primary School
Elementary School · East Otero School District No. R1
601 TOPEKA AVENUE, La Junta, CO 81050
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#469 of 1,815
In La Junta
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
East Otero School District No. R1
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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La Junta Primary School
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About La Junta Primary School
La Junta Primary School is a public elementary school in La Junta, CO, part of East Otero School District No. R1. La Junta Primary School serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
La Junta Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 1,815 schools in CO. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at La Junta Primary 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How La Junta Primary School Compares
See how La Junta Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 TOPEKA AVENUE, La Junta, CO 81050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Junta Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Swink Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Swink), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Primary School (rated 7.4/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Rocky Ford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson Intermediate School (rated 6.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Rocky Ford), a more accessible option. For more schools in La Junta, see our La Junta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Junta Intermediate School La Junta | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| La Junta Jr/Sr High School La Junta | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Tiger Trades Academy La Junta | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Swink Elementary School Swink | 4.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Swink Junior-Senior High School Swink | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Cheraw School Cheraw | 9.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Jefferson Intermediate School Rocky Ford | 9.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington Primary School Rocky Ford | 10.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Rocky Ford Junior/Senior High School Rocky Ford | 10.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Crowley County Junior and Senior High School Ordway | 19.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Crowley County Elementary K-6 Ordway | 19.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Manzanola Elementary School Manzanola | 18.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Manzanola Junior-Senior High School Manzanola | 18.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Las Animas Elementary School Las Animas | 18.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Jump Start Learning Center Las Animas | 18.7 mi | — |
| Las Animas Junior High School Las Animas | 18.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Las Animas High School Las Animas | 18.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Fowler Junior High School Fowler | 27.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Fowler High School Fowler | 27.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Fowler Elementary School Fowler | 27.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,072
Median Home Value
$181,500
Median Rent
$764/mo
Population
9,774
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Eaton Elementary School Eaton, CO | 7.6 |
| Broadway Elementary School Grand Junction, CO | 7.6 |
| Fort Collins Montessori School Fort Collins, CO | 7.6 |
| Lincoln School of Science and Technology Canon City, CO | 7.6 |
| Longmont Estates Elementary School Longmont, CO | 7.6 |
| Normandy Elementary School Littleton, CO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Junta Primary School
What grades does La Junta Primary School serve?
La Junta Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend La Junta Primary School?
La Junta Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Junta Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at La Junta Primary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Junta Primary School rank in CO?
La Junta Primary School ranks #469 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is La Junta Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
La Junta Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is La Junta Primary School a charter school?
No, La Junta Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Junta Primary School a Title I school?
No, La Junta Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Junta Primary School?
77.8% of students at La Junta Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Otero County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (719) 384-2991
Resources & Links
District
East Otero School District No. R1- District Enrollment
- 1,326
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,582
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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