Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pawnee School Pk-12 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 6:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pawnee School Pk-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pawnee School Pk-12's student population of 61 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pawnee School Pk-12 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 Pawnee School Pk-12 is 0.26, 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
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
85%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
80%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pawnee School Pk-12's ranking?
Pawnee School Pk-12 is ranked #472 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 Pawnee School Pk-12?
The graduation rate of Pawnee School Pk-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 80%.
How many students attend Pawnee School Pk-12?
61 students attend Pawnee School Pk-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Pawnee School Pk-12 students are White, and 15% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pawnee School Pk-12?
Pawnee School Pk-12 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pawnee School Pk-12 offer ?
Pawnee School Pk-12 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pawnee School Pk-12 part of?
Pawnee School Pk-12 is part of School District No. Re-12 In The County Of Weld And State Of.
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