Very Good
#3051 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
Colorado EL and Middle
Elementary School · COLORADO ISD
P O BOX 1268, Colorado City, TX 79512
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,051 of 8,552
In Colorado City
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
COLORADO ISD
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Colorado EL and Middle
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About Colorado EL and Middle
Colorado EL and Middle is a public elementary school in Colorado City, TX, part of COLORADO ISD. Colorado EL and Middle serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Colorado EL and Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,051 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Colorado EL and Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Colorado EL and Middle 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.
Score Breakdown
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Colorado EL and Middle — Students at Colorado EL and Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Colorado EL and Middle Compares
See how Colorado EL and Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 1268, Colorado City, TX 79512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colorado EL and Middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SNYDER INT (rated 7.7/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Snyder), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SNYDER PRI (rated 7.1/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Snyder), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SNYDER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Snyder), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Colorado City, see our Colorado City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLORADO H S Colorado City | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| WALLACE ACCELERATED H S Colorado City | 0.2 mi | — |
| LORAINE SCHOOL Loraine | 8.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WESTBROOK SCHOOL Westbrook | 9.9 mi | 7.9 |
| IRA SCHOOL Ira | 15.5 mi | 8.6 |
| HERMLEIGH SCHOOL Hermleigh | 16.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S Roscoe | 18.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ROSCOE EL Roscoe | 18.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SNYDER H S Snyder | 21.3 mi | 6.2 |
| LONE STAR ONLINE ACADEMY Roscoe | 18.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SNYDER PRI Snyder | 21.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE MONTESSORI EARLY CHILDHOOD Roscoe | 18.5 mi | 4.3 |
| SNYDER J H Snyder | 21.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SNYDER INT Snyder | 21.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SNYDER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Snyder | 22.0 mi | 6.4 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Roscoe | 20.5 mi | 9.3 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sweetwater | 26.3 mi | — |
| SWEETWATER MIDDLE Sweetwater | 26.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SWEETWATER H S Sweetwater | 26.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SWEETWATER INT Sweetwater | 26.6 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,855
Median Home Value
$84,700
Median Rent
$702/mo
Population
7,672
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colorado EL and Middle
What grades does Colorado EL and Middle serve?
Colorado EL and Middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Colorado EL and Middle?
Colorado EL and Middle has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colorado EL and Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Colorado EL and Middle is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colorado EL and Middle rank in TX?
Colorado EL and Middle ranks #3,051 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Colorado EL and Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Colorado EL and Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Colorado EL and Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colorado EL and Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Colorado EL and Middle a charter school?
No, Colorado EL and Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colorado EL and Middle a Title I school?
No, Colorado EL and Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colorado EL and Middle?
67.0% of students at Colorado EL and Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mitchell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (325) 728-3471
Resources & Links
District
COLORADO ISD- District Enrollment
- 947
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,677
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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