Las Animas Junior High School

Las Animas Junior High School is a middle school located in the remote rural area of Las Animas, Colorado. Serving students from seventh to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 70 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1 with five full-time equivalent teachers. While academic performance at Las Animas Junior High School is currently rated lower compared to other schools in the state, the community focuses on supporting student development and growth.

Test scores show that 46% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, while 26% meet proficiency standards in math. These figures indicate areas where further academic support could benefit the school’s students. Las Animas Junior High School is situated in a rural setting, providing its students with a close-knit community feel and personalized attention from teachers.

The surrounding area offers a unique blend of small-town charm and vast open spaces, creating an environment that values educational progress and individual student needs.

With an enrollment of 70 students, Las Animas Junior High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Las Animas Junior 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.