Serving 55 students in grades 6-12, Kit Carson Junior-senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Kit Carson Junior-Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 879.2 square miles in Kit Carson, CO. Families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 27.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kit Carson Junior-senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kit Carson Junior-senior High School's student population of 55 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Kit Carson Junior-senior 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 Kit Carson Junior-senior High School is 0.42, 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
#458 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kit Carson Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Kit Carson Junior-senior High School is ranked #458 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kit Carson Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Kit Carson Junior-senior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Kit Carson Junior-senior High School?
55 students attend Kit Carson Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kit Carson Junior-senior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kit Carson Junior-senior High School?
Kit Carson Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kit Carson Junior-senior High School offer ?
Kit Carson Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kit Carson Junior-senior High School part of?
Kit Carson Junior-senior High School is part of Kit Carson School District No. R-1.
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