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#259 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 14% in state

Steamboat Springs High School

High School · Steamboat Springs School District No. Re 2

45 EAST MAPLE ST, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

Enrollment

845

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#259 of 1,815

In Steamboat Springs

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Steamboat Springs School District No. Re 2

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Steamboat Springs High School

8.2/10

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

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About Steamboat Springs High School

Steamboat Springs High School is a public high school in Steamboat Springs, CO, part of Steamboat Springs School District No. Re 2. Steamboat Springs High School serves approximately 845 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

Steamboat Springs High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #259 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Steamboat Springs High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness7.4Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation19.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,525
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Steamboat Springs High School — Students at Steamboat Springs High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.5% (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
88%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
47%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Steamboat Springs High School Compares

See how Steamboat Springs High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in CO
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.3% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

45 EAST MAPLE ST, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Steamboat Springs High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Soroco High School (rated 7.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Oak Creek), with a comparable rating. Another option is Hayden High School (rated 7.3/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Hayden), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Yampa Valley High School (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Steamboat Springs, see our Steamboat Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

18 within 37.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Soda Creek Elementary School Steamboat Springs 0.5 mi 9.1
Yampa Valley High School Steamboat Springs 0.5 mi 6.9
Steamboat Springs Middle School Steamboat Springs 0.7 mi 9.1
STEAMBOAT MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Steamboat Springs 0.6 mi 7.3
Strawberry Park Elementary School Steamboat Springs 0.8 mi 8.2
Sleeping Giant School Steamboat Springs 4.3 mi 9.4
Steamboat Montessori Steamboat Springs 4.7 mi 8.8
North Routt Community Charter School Clark 16.5 mi 8.6
Soroco Middle School Oak Creek 16.2 mi 8.3
Soroco High School Oak Creek 16.2 mi 7.5
Soroco Preschool at Yampa Oak Creek 23.2 mi
South Routt Elementary School Yampa 23.3 mi 5.7
Hayden Middle School Hayden 23.0 mi 5.1
Hayden High School Hayden 23.1 mi 7.3
Hayden Valley Elementary School Hayden 23.2 mi 4.3
West Grand Elementary and Middle School Kremmling 37.2 mi 5.1
MOUNTAIN VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kremmling 37.4 mi
West Grand High School Kremmling 37.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80487 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,837

Median Home Value

$915,900

Median Rent

$1,927/mo

Population

18,378

College Educated

56.7%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

16.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

43.6

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Eagle Ridge Academy Brighton, CO 8.3
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Palmer Ridge High School Monument, CO 8.0
Aspen High School Aspen, CO 8.4
Evergreen High School Evergreen, CO 8.4
Eaton High School Eaton, CO 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Steamboat Springs High School

What grades does Steamboat Springs High School serve?

Steamboat Springs High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Steamboat Springs High School?

Steamboat Springs High School has an enrollment of approximately 845 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Steamboat Springs High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Steamboat Springs High School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Steamboat Springs High School rank in CO?

Steamboat Springs High School ranks #259 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Steamboat Springs High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Steamboat Springs High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Steamboat Springs High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Steamboat Springs High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Steamboat Springs High School a charter school?

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

Is Steamboat Springs High School a Title I school?

No, Steamboat Springs High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steamboat Springs High School?

18.1% of students at Steamboat Springs 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
845
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Routt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

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