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The Link School
High School
18885 COUNTY ROAD 367, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About The Link School
The Link School is a Other Religious private high school in Buena Vista, CO 81211. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,132, where 35% 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 14 students, The Link 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.9:1, The Link School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, The Link School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $83,412
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $117,137
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.40x — Strong
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 17%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $6.1M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 14 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Link School compares to the 5 public schools in Buena Vista, CO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Buena Vista
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Link School (this school) | — |
| Avery/Parsons Elementary School | 6.9 |
| The Grove BVSD's Early Learning Program | 5.0 |
| Chaffee County High School | — |
| Buena Vista Middle School | 7.3 |
| Buena Vista High School | 5.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Private · Other Religious
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Address
- 18885 COUNTY ROAD 367, Buena Vista, CO 81211
- Phone
- (719) 395-6797
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CO aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
18885 COUNTY ROAD 367, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Link School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Horizons Exploratory Academy (rated 8.3/10, 27.5 miles away, in nearby Salida). Another option is Cloud City High School (rated 7.5/10, 25.2 miles away, in nearby Leadville). Additionally, South Park High School (rated 6.6/10, 26.2 miles away, in nearby Fairplay). For more schools in Buena Vista, see our Buena Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,132
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,413/mo
Population
8,191
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
72.3%
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
47
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Link School has a median household income of $62,132. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $566,200, with a median rent of $1,413/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Agate Junior Senior High School Agate, CO | — |
| Alamosa Online Alamosa, CO | — |
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| Campo Undivided High School Campo, CO | — |
| Chaffee County High School Buena Vista, CO | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Link School
What grades does The Link School serve?
The Link School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Link School?
The Link School has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Link School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Link School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Link School a private school?
Yes, The Link School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Link School a religious school?
The Link School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (444/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buena Vista). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 8.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 241 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- CHAFFEE
- Phone
- (719) 395-6797
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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