Serving 236 students in grades 6-12, Calhan Secondary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhan Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Calhan Secondary School's student population of 236 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calhan Secondary 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 Calhan Secondary School is 0.43, 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
#862 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
35%
Black
9%
4%
White
74%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhan Secondary School's ranking?
Calhan Secondary School is ranked #862 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhan Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Calhan Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Calhan Secondary School?
236 students attend Calhan Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Calhan Secondary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhan Secondary School?
Calhan Secondary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Calhan Secondary School offer ?
Calhan Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Calhan Secondary School part of?
Calhan Secondary School is part of Calhan District No. Rj1 School District.
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