Serving 256 students in grades 9-12, Buena Vista High School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buena Vista High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 672.8 square miles around Buena Vista, CO. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.2 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary of 28.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Buena Vista High School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buena Vista High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Vista High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
79%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Demon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista High School's ranking?
Buena Vista High School is ranked #521 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Buena Vista High School often compared to?
Buena Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salida High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buena Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Buena Vista High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Buena Vista High School?
256 students attend Buena Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Buena Vista High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista High School?
Buena Vista High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buena Vista High School offer ?
Buena Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buena Vista High School part of?
Buena Vista High School is part of Buena Vista School District No. R-31.
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