High Schools in Montrose County School District Re-1J

The Montrose County School District Re-1J in Colorado is home to 4 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. The district's high schools include Montrose High School, Olathe Middle/High School, Vista Charter School, and Black Canyon High School.

Montrose High School stands out as the largest and highest-performing high school in the district, with 1,261 students and generally higher test scores compared to the district and state averages. The school has a relatively diverse student population, with 57.34% White and 38.22% Hispanic students. In contrast, Black Canyon High School is the smallest high school in the district, with only 114 students, and has a higher percentage of Hispanic students (58.77%) and the highest percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (71.93%), indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students.

The test scores across the district's high schools vary significantly. Montrose High School consistently outperforms the district and state averages on various standardized tests, while Olathe Middle/High School and Vista Charter School generally have lower test scores. Black Canyon High School has the lowest test scores, particularly in SAT Reading and Writing. The district as a whole appears to have room for improvement, as the test scores for several high schools are lower than the state averages.