Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DE BEQUE UNDIVIDED HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 1,159.3 square miles in De Beque, CO. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 24.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 49.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt is 0.38, 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
#1369 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82.7%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt's ranking?
De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt is ranked #1369 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt?
The graduation rate of De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt?
179 students attend De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt?
De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt offer ?
De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt part of?
De Beque Pk-12 School District 49jt is part of De Beque Joint District No. 49 Of The Counties Of Mesa And.
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