Very Good
#1214 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 14% in state
Colorado H S
High School · COLORADO ISD
1500 N LONE WOLF BLVD, Colorado City, TX 79512
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Colorado City
#1 of 2
public schools
Texas high schools
#265 of 1,699
In district
#1 of 2
COLORADO ISD
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Colorado H S
Colorado High School serves 233 students in grades 9-12 in the remote community of Colorado City, Texas. With 19 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1, allowing for personalized attention and close teacher-student relationships. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 86th percentile statewide at #1219 out of 8,598 Texas schools.
Students show steady achievement with 46% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 48% achieve proficiency in Mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to student development in a smaller educational setting. Located on North Lone Wolf Boulevard, Colorado High School serves a working-class community where the median household income is $49,602 and homes average $84,100 in value.
The surrounding area maintains a poverty rate of 14.7%, with 9% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The school operates in Mitchell County's remote landscape, providing educational opportunities to students in a tight-knit rural community of approximately 7,879 residents who value the personal connections and individualized support that come with small-town schooling.
Score Breakdown
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Colorado H S — Students at Colorado H S score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 8.0/10.
How Colorado H S Compares
See how Colorado H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 44.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 44.5% (2021).
Location
1500 N LONE WOLF BLVD, Colorado City, TX 79512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colorado H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SNYDER H S (rated 7.6/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Snyder), with a comparable rating. Another option is ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S (rated 7.2/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Roscoe), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SWEETWATER H S (rated 5.5/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Sweetwater), a more accessible option. For more schools in Colorado City, see our Colorado City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALLACE ACCELERATED H S Colorado City | 0.0 mi | — |
| COLORADO EL AND MIDDLE Colorado City | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| LORAINE SCHOOL Loraine | 7.9 mi | 7.5 |
| WESTBROOK SCHOOL Westbrook | 10.1 mi | 6.3 |
| IRA SCHOOL Ira | 15.4 mi | 8.3 |
| HERMLEIGH SCHOOL Hermleigh | 16.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SNYDER H S Snyder | 21.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S Roscoe | 18.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ROSCOE EL Roscoe | 18.1 mi | 3.7 |
| LONE STAR ONLINE ACADEMY Roscoe | 18.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SNYDER PRI Snyder | 21.4 mi | 9.0 |
| SNYDER J H Snyder | 21.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE MONTESSORI EARLY CHILDHOOD Roscoe | 18.4 mi | 4.8 |
| SNYDER INT Snyder | 21.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SNYDER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Snyder | 21.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Roscoe | 20.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sweetwater | 26.2 mi | — |
| SWEETWATER MIDDLE Sweetwater | 26.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SWEETWATER H S Sweetwater | 26.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SWEETWATER INT Sweetwater | 26.5 mi | 7.8 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Colorado H S has a median household income of $55,855. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $84,700, with a median rent of $702/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 21 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 |
|---|---|
| BUFFALO H S Buffalo, TX | 7.9 |
| CRAWFORD H S Crawford, TX | 7.9 |
| FRANKSTON H S Frankston, TX | 7.9 |
| HARLETON H S Harleton, TX | 7.9 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON H S Johnson City, TX | 7.9 |
| ROSEBUD-LOTT H S Lott, TX | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colorado H S
What grades does Colorado H S serve?
Colorado H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Colorado H S?
Colorado H S has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colorado H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Colorado H S is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colorado H S rank in TX?
Colorado H S is ranked #1214 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Colorado H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Colorado H S has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Colorado H S?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Colorado H S has 48.3% math proficiency and 45.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Colorado H S a charter school?
No, Colorado H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colorado H S a Title I school?
No, Colorado H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colorado H S?
60.1% of students at Colorado H S 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mitchell County
- Phone
- (325) 728-3424
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
COLORADO ISD- District Enrollment
- 947
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,677
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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