Rico Elementary School serves 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 89%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
89%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% CO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 89% CO state average).
How many students attend Rico Elementary School?
8 students attend Rico Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rico Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rico Elementary School?
Rico Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rico Elementary School offer ?
Rico Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Rico Elementary School part of?
Rico Elementary School is part of Dolores County School District Re-2j.
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