Serving 92 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Creede 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Creede School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Creede, CO, covering approximately 877.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 17.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 33.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creede School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creede School's student population of 92 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creede School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creede School is 0.23, 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
#618 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
87%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creede School's ranking?
Creede School is ranked #618 out of 1,748 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Creede School?
The graduation rate of Creede School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Creede School?
92 students attend Creede School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Creede School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creede School?
Creede School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Creede School offer ?
Creede School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creede School part of?
Creede School is part of Creede School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Bully does go on at this school but however the students have learn how to bully different and hide it. It happens every day. I strongly believe this will go on til something really bad happens. Oh they did bully classes so they learn how to hide by being tough through classes and parents. Sorry it's the truth so if you kid is not rich, or disable they will bully u in some form
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