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#1466 of 1,815 schools in CO

Red Canyon High School

High School · Eagle County School District No. Re 50

PO BOX 4807, Eagle, CO 81631

Enrollment

169

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,466 of 1,815

In Eagle

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#13 of 18

Eagle County School District No. Re 50

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Red Canyon High School

4.6/10

High School in Eagle · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Red Canyon High School

Red Canyon High School is a public high school in Eagle, CO, part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50. Red Canyon High School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Red Canyon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,466 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Red Canyon High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 169 students, Red Canyon High 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.

Test scores at Red Canyon High School 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.

83% of students at Red Canyon High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate37%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,183
Chronic Absenteeism82.8%

Red Canyon High School — Students at Red Canyon High School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 11.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

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
30%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
10%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Red Canyon High School Compares

See how Red Canyon High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in CO
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
82.8%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 4807, Eagle, CO 81631

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Red Canyon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Battle Mountain High School (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Edwards), which scores notably higher. Another option is VAIL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Edwards), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy (VSSA) (rated 6.3/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Minturn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eagle, see our Eagle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Edwards Early Learning Center Edwards 0.1 mi 5.2
World Academy Elementary School Eagle 0.1 mi
Berry Creek Middle School Edwards 0.1 mi 5.2
Eagle County Charter Academy Edwards 0.3 mi 7.8
Battle Mountain High School Edwards 0.6 mi 7.8
Battle Mountain Early College High School Edwards 0.9 mi
Edwards Elementary School Edwards 1.7 mi 4.1
MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI Avon 1.9 mi
Avon Elementary School Avon 2.1 mi 3.7
Stone Creek School Edwards 2.9 mi 3.5
VAIL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Edwards 3.4 mi 6.5
VAIL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Edwards 3.4 mi 6.8
ST CLARE OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edwards 3.5 mi 7.3
Homestake Peak School Avon 5.5 mi 6.3
Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy (VSSA) Minturn 10.0 mi 6.3
Red Sandstone Elementary School Vail 9.8 mi 7.3
Eagle Valley Elementary School Eagle 13.1 mi 5.0
Eagle Valley Middle School Eagle 13.2 mi 7.1
VAIL MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Vail 13.5 mi 7.2
ZEALOUS SCHOOLS Eagle 13.7 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,430

Median Home Value

$717,600

Median Rent

$1,685/mo

Population

8,676

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

71.9%

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Red Canyon High School

What grades does Red Canyon High School serve?

Red Canyon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Red Canyon High School?

Red Canyon High School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Canyon High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Red Canyon High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Red Canyon High School rank in CO?

Red Canyon High School ranks #1,466 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Red Canyon High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Red Canyon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Red Canyon High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Canyon High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Red Canyon High School a charter school?

No, Red Canyon High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Red Canyon High School a Title I school?

No, Red Canyon High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Canyon High School?

47.3% of students at Red Canyon 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.3%
Type
alternative
Setting
Remote Town
County
Eagle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
82.8%
4-Year Graduation
37.0%

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