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Prairie Creek High School
High School · Strasburg School District 31J
P O BOX 889, Strasburg, CO 80136
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Prairie Creek High School
Prairie Creek High School is a public high school in Strasburg, CO, part of the Strasburg School District 31J. The school serves approximately 11 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $110,435, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 11 students, Prairie Creek 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, Prairie Creek 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- P O BOX 889, Strasburg, CO 80136
- Phone
- (303) 622-6328
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 2 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 889, Strasburg, CO 80136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Creek High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Deer Trail Junior-Senior High School (rated 6.6/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Deer Trail). Another option is Weld Central Senior High School (rated 5.8/10, 24.7 miles away, in nearby Keenesburg). Additionally, Strasburg High School (rated 5.5/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Strasburg, see our Strasburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Strasburg Elementary School Strasburg | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Strasburg High School Strasburg | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Hemphill Middle School Strasburg | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Bennett Preschool Bennett | 5.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Bennett Elementary School Bennett | 5.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Bennett Middle School Bennett | 5.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Bennett Intermediate School Bennett | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Bennett High School Bennett | 5.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Byers Elementary School Byers | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Byers Junior-Senior High School Byers | 6.1 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY Watkins | 15.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Deer Trail Elementary School Deer Trail | 17.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Deer Trail Junior-Senior High School Deer Trail | 17.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Cardinal Community Academy Charter School Keenesburg | 22.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Harmony Ridge P-8 Aurora | 18.7 mi | 8.3 |
| MEADOWLARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brighton | 22.1 mi | — |
| Weld Central Senior High School Keenesburg | 24.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Weld Central Middle School Keenesburg | 24.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Vista Peak 9-12 Preparatory Aurora | 20.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Vista Peak P-8 Exploratory Aurora | 20.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,435
Median Home Value
$495,700
Median Rent
$1,234/mo
Population
5,965
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
88.6%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
39.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Prairie Creek High School has a median household income of $110,435. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $495,700, with a median rent of $1,234/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE MINISTRIES DBA GRACE ACADEMY Fort Collins, CO | — |
| Campo Undivided High School Campo, CO | — |
| Chaffee County High School Buena Vista, CO | — |
| Grand Mesa Youth Services Center Grand Junction, CO | — |
| Plainview Junior-Senior High School Sheridan Lake, CO | — |
| Pritchett High School Pritchett, CO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Creek High School
What grades does Prairie Creek High School serve?
Prairie Creek High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Prairie Creek High School?
Prairie Creek High School has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Creek High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Creek High School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Prairie Creek High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie Creek High School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Prairie Creek High School a charter school?
No, Prairie Creek High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Creek High School a Title I school?
No, Prairie Creek High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Creek High School?
54.5% of students at Prairie Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (504/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Adams County
- Phone
- (303) 622-6328
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Strasburg School District 31J- District Enrollment
- 1,187
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,793
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