Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paonia K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paonia K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Paonia K-8's student population of 247 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paonia K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paonia K-8 is 0.33, 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
#329 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paonia K-8's ranking?
Paonia K-8 is ranked #329 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Paonia K-8 often compared to?
Paonia K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Hotchkiss Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Paonia K-8?
247 students attend Paonia K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Paonia K-8 students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paonia K-8?
Paonia K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paonia K-8 offer ?
Paonia K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paonia K-8 part of?
Paonia K-8 is part of Delta County Joint District No. 50.
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