North Conejos School District No. Re1J

The North Conejos School District No. Re1J in Colorado serves 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district as a whole is ranked 29 out of 116 in Colorado and is rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating strong overall performance.

Two elementary schools stand out in the district: La Jara Elementary School and Manassa Elementary School. Both schools outperformed the district and state averages on CMAS tests, with La Jara Elementary ranking 356 out of 943 Colorado elementary schools and Manassa Elementary ranking 389. These schools also have relatively low student-teacher ratios, which may contribute to their strong academic performance.

The district as a whole faces challenges, with high free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 55.52% at Centauri High School to 90.62% at the North Conejos Alternative Program. This indicates that the student population comes from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, which can impact student outcomes. Additionally, the racial makeup of the schools varies, with some having a more even split between White and Hispanic students, while others have a higher percentage of Hispanic students. Understanding these demographic factors is important in addressing any potential achievement gaps or disparities within the North Conejos School District No. Re1J.