Las Animas School District No. Re-1

The Las Animas School District No. Re-1 in Colorado operates 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The district faces academic challenges, with most schools underperforming state averages on standardized tests. However, there are some bright spots, such as Las Animas High School, which outperforms the district and state on reading and writing assessments.

The Academy of Las Animas Online School is the largest in the district with 331 students, while Las Animas Junior High School is the smallest with just 90 students. The schools have varying racial compositions, with Hispanic students making up 36.99% to 67.98% of the student body. Across the district, a majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges.

While the overall academic performance is concerning, with proficiency rates ranging from 10.4% to 71%, there are some standout schools. Las Animas High School is ranked 208 out of 349 Colorado high schools and has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15.6. Las Animas Junior High School is ranked 199 out of 458 Colorado middle schools and has an even lower student-teacher ratio of 13.1, though its English Language Arts proficiency rate is significantly lower than the district and state averages.