Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eva R Baca Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 87% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eva R Baca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eva R Baca Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eva R Baca Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eva R Baca Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1167 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
83%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eva R Baca Elementary School's ranking?
Eva R Baca Elementary School is ranked #1167 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Eva R Baca Elementary School?
236 students attend Eva R Baca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eva R Baca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eva R Baca Elementary School?
Eva R Baca Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Eva R Baca Elementary School offer ?
Eva R Baca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eva R Baca Elementary School part of?
Eva R Baca Elementary School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Eva R Baca Elementary School located?
Eva R Baca Elementary School is located in the Eastwood neighborhood of Pueblo, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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