The Bijou School

2115 Afton Way
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Rating
8/
10
Top 30%
The Bijou School serves 128 students in grades 9-12.
The Bijou School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 128 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 55-59% (Btm 50% in CO)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30%
  • Math Proficiency
    : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Overview

The Bijou School's student population of 128 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
128 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
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School Rankings

The Bijou School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of The Bijou School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CO)
Overall Testing Rank
#396 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
32%
35%
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Black
10%
4%
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White
50%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.64
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Graduation Rate
55-59%
81%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bijou School's ranking?
The Bijou School is ranked #396 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Bijou School?
The graduation rate of The Bijou School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend The Bijou School?
128 students attend The Bijou School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of The Bijou School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Bijou School?
The Bijou School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Bijou School offer ?
The Bijou School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Bijou School part of?

School Reviews

5   3/20/2011
This was my safe haven for two and a half years. This is the place that really changed who I am as a person. Here I tried many things and learned to become a better person. Sure Wasson has drugs in it but was public high school doesn't. The current principle is trying to make it a drug free zone but that will never happen. I love this school with a passion. If I had to I would go back. I miss everyone at Wasson. I sadly won't be able to attend this years graduation which sadly means that I won't get to see a large number of my friends graduate.
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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 128 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30%
  • Math Proficiency
    : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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