Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Nucla High School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 9:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: NUCLA HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district of Nucla, CO, spanning approximately 918.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 32 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nucla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nucla High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nucla High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nucla High School is 0.36, 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
#728 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nucla High School's ranking?
Nucla High School is ranked #728 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% 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 Nucla High School?
The graduation rate of Nucla High School is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Nucla High School?
60 students attend Nucla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Nucla High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nucla High School?
Nucla High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nucla High School offer ?
Nucla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nucla High School part of?
Nucla High School is part of West End School District No. Re-2.
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