Serving 72 students in grades 7-12, Walsh 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Walsh High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 767.5 square miles in Walsh, CO. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walsh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walsh High School's student population of 72 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 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
Walsh 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 Walsh High School is 0.40, 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
#860 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
81%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walsh High School's ranking?
Walsh High School is ranked #860 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Walsh High School often compared to?
Walsh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walsh High School?
The graduation rate of Walsh High School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Walsh High School?
72 students attend Walsh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Walsh High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walsh High School?
Walsh High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walsh High School offer ?
Walsh High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walsh High School part of?
Walsh High School is part of Walsh School District No. Re-1.
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