Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Yuma High School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yuma High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Yuma, CO, encompassing approximately 733.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 23.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yuma High School's student population of 228 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yuma High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yuma High School is 0.47, 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
#978 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yuma High School's ranking?
Yuma High School is ranked #978 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yuma High School?
The graduation rate of Yuma High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Yuma High School?
228 students attend Yuma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Yuma High School students are Hispanic, and 37% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yuma High School?
Yuma High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yuma High School offer ?
Yuma High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yuma High School part of?
Yuma High School is part of Yuma 1 School District.
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