Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Haxtun Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (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 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Haxtun Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 373.5 square miles around Haxtun, CO. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haxtun Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage to Learn - Educate to Succeed - Empower to Lead!
School Rankings
Haxtun Elementary 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 Haxtun Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#938 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
92%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haxtun Elementary School's ranking?
Haxtun Elementary School is ranked #938 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?
25-29% 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).
How many students attend Haxtun Elementary School?
155 students attend Haxtun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Haxtun Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haxtun Elementary School?
Haxtun Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Haxtun Elementary School offer ?
Haxtun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haxtun Elementary School part of?
Haxtun Elementary School is part of Haxtun School District No. Re-2j.
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