Serving 495 students in grades 6-8, Pueblo Academy Of Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pueblo Academy Of Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pueblo Academy Of Arts's student population of 495 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pueblo Academy Of Arts 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 Pueblo Academy Of Arts is 0.49, 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
#1769 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
67%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
26%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pueblo Academy Of Arts's ranking?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts is ranked #1769 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Pueblo Academy Of Arts?
495 students attend Pueblo Academy Of Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pueblo Academy Of Arts students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pueblo Academy Of Arts?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pueblo Academy Of Arts offer ?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pueblo Academy Of Arts part of?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Pueblo Academy Of Arts located?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunset.
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