Montrose County School District Re-1J

The Montrose County School District Re-1J in Colorado serves 14 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 4 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The district's student population is predominantly White and Hispanic, with varying socioeconomic backgrounds reflected in the free and reduced lunch rates across the schools.

Among the standout schools in the district, Cottonwood Elementary School consistently performs above the district and state averages on CMAS English Language Arts and Math assessments, with 53.4% of students proficient or better in ELA and 41.3% in Math, compared to the district averages of 37% and 22.8%, respectively. The alternative Peak Virtual Academy also demonstrates strong academic performance, with 88% of 9th graders proficient or better on the PSAT9 Reading and Writing assessment, exceeding the district average of 67%. Meanwhile, Montrose High School, the largest high school in the district, has shown steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 141st out of 221 Colorado high schools in 2021-2022 to 133rd out of 349 in 2023-2024.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the Montrose County School District Re-1J, with a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and test scores. Schools with the highest free and reduced lunch rates, such as Northside Elementary and Black Canyon High School, tend to have the lowest test scores. This suggests the need for targeted interventions and support to address the needs of underperforming schools and student populations.