Serving 1,081 students in grades 9-12, East High School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East High School serves the northeast part of Pueblo, CO, covering an area of approximately 13.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.1 miles and the furthest edge located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
East High School's student population of 1,081 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,081 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
East High School 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 East 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
#1135 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
79%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
16%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #1135 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 82%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,081 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of East High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is East High School located?
East High School is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont.
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