Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Simla Junior High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Simla Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 535.1 square miles around Simla, CO. Parents can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simla Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Simla Junior High School's student population of 63 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 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 Rankings
Simla Junior 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 Simla Junior High School is 0.33, 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
#602 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bear Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simla Junior High School's ranking?
Simla Junior High School is ranked #602 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Simla Junior High School?
63 students attend Simla Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Simla Junior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simla Junior High School?
Simla Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simla Junior High School offer ?
Simla Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simla Junior High School part of?
Simla Junior High School is part of Big Sandy School District No. 100j.
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