The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 65-69% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥95% (which was higher than the Colorado state average of 89%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (09-10)
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥95%
89%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(09-10)2%
1%
Asian
(09-10)1%
4%
Hispanic
(09-10)53%
29%
Black
(09-10)1%
6%
White
(09-10)43%
60%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
46%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% CO state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 89% CO state average).
How many students attend La Junta High School?
388 students attend La Junta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of La Junta High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does La Junta High School offer ?
La Junta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Junta High School part of?
La Junta High School is part of East Otero School District No. R1.
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