Black Canyon High School serves 118 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Canyon High School's student population of 118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Black Canyon High School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
62%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
36%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Black Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Black Canyon High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Black Canyon High School?
118 students attend Black Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Black Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Canyon High School?
Black Canyon High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Black Canyon High School offer ?
Black Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Black Canyon High School part of?
Black Canyon High School is part of Montrose County School District Re-1j.
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