Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, La Jara Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Jara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
La Jara Elementary School's student population of 209 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Jara Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Jara Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#577 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
53%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
46%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Jara Elementary School's ranking?
La Jara Elementary School is ranked #577 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are La Jara Elementary School often compared to?
La Jara Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manassa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend La Jara Elementary School?
209 students attend La Jara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of La Jara Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Jara Elementary School?
La Jara Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does La Jara Elementary School offer ?
La Jara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is La Jara Elementary School part of?
La Jara Elementary School is part of North Conejos School District No. Re1j.
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