Serving 78 students in grades 7-8, Peyton Junior High 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 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peyton Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 124.7 square miles around Peyton, CO. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peyton Junior High School's student population of 78 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare every student to be successful for their future.
School Rankings
Peyton Junior High 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 Peyton Junior High School is 0.43, 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)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peyton Junior High School's ranking?
Peyton Junior High 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).
How many students attend Peyton Junior High School?
78 students attend Peyton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Peyton Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peyton Junior High School?
Peyton Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peyton Junior High School offer ?
Peyton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peyton Junior High School part of?
Peyton Junior High School is part of Peyton School District No. 23 In The County Of El Paso And.
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