Serving 562 students in grades 6-8, Pueblo Academy Of Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pueblo Academy of Arts serves the west part of Pueblo, CO, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pueblo Academy Of Arts's student population of 562 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
To provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact.
School Rankings
Pueblo Academy Of Arts 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 Pueblo Academy Of Arts is 0.50, 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
#1723 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
25%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pueblo Academy Of Arts's ranking?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts is ranked #1723 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Pueblo Academy Of Arts?
562 students attend Pueblo Academy Of Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pueblo Academy Of Arts students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pueblo Academy Of Arts?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pueblo Academy Of Arts offer ?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pueblo Academy Of Arts part of?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Pueblo Academy Of Arts located?
Pueblo Academy Of Arts is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunset.
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