Pueblo West High School is a public high school located in Pueblo West, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Pueblo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The school opened its doors in 1997 as a new extension of Pueblo School District 70.
Serving 1,503 students in grades 9-12, Pueblo West High School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pueblo West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pueblo West High School's student population of 1,503 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Pueblo West 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 Pueblo West High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#798 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cyclone
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pueblo West High School's ranking?
Pueblo West High School is ranked #798 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Pueblo West High School often compared to?
Pueblo West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pueblo County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pueblo West High School?
The graduation rate of Pueblo West High School is 93%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Pueblo West High School?
1,503 students attend Pueblo West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pueblo West High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pueblo West High School?
Pueblo West High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pueblo West High School offer ?
Pueblo West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pueblo West High School part of?
Pueblo West High School is part of Pueblo County School District 70.
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