Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, North Park 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 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Park School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Walden, CO, covering approximately 1,621 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 24.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 35.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Park School's student population of 144 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Park 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 North Park School is 0.32, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 North Park School's ranking?
North Park 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).
What is the graduation rate of North Park School?
The graduation rate of North Park School is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend North Park School?
144 students attend North Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of North Park School students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Park School?
North Park School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Park School offer ?
North Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Park School part of?
North Park School is part of North Park School District R-1.
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