Serving 19 students in grades 7-12, Chaffee County High School 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 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaffee County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chaffee County High School's student population of 19 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chaffee County High School 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 Chaffee County High School is 0.41, 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)<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaffee County High School's ranking?
Chaffee County High School 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 Chaffee County High School?
The graduation rate of Chaffee County High School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Chaffee County High School?
19 students attend Chaffee County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Chaffee County High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaffee County High School?
Chaffee County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chaffee County High School offer ?
Chaffee County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Chaffee County High School part of?
Chaffee County High School is part of Buena Vista School District No. R-31.
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