Serving 14 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Alamosa Online ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamosa Online ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Alamosa Online's student population of 14 students has declined by 97% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 92% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alamosa Online ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamosa Online is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
57%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
22%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
82%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamosa Online's ranking?
Alamosa Online is ranked #471 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alamosa Online?
The graduation rate of Alamosa Online is 40-59%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Alamosa Online?
14 students attend Alamosa Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Alamosa Online students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alamosa Online?
Alamosa Online has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alamosa Online offer ?
Alamosa Online offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alamosa Online part of?
Alamosa Online is part of Alamosa School District No. Re-11j.
In what neighborhood is Alamosa Online located?
Alamosa Online is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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