Moffat County Schools & Education
Moffat County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
9/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
72.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
72.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,091
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,447
School Score
9/100
Higher = better
State avg 36/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#58
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Moffat County
School Verdict
Moffat County faces educational challenges with a school score of 9/100 and a graduation rate of 72.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,091 per pupil, Moffat County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Moffat County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 75% below the Colorado average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 11.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 18% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Moffat County, Colorado
A Consolidated Educational Infrastructure
Moffat County operates 7 public schools, including four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. This entire network serves a total of 2,092 students under the management of a single unified school district.
Closing the Gap in Graduation Rates
The county's graduation rate sits at 72.0%, trailing both the Colorado average of 83.1% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. With a per-pupil expenditure of $6,091, the county spends significantly less than the national average of $13,000 per student.
Focus on Moffat County School District RE: No. 1
Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 manages all 2,092 students across its 7 campuses. The county currently offers no charter school options, focusing all resources on its traditional public school system.
Town-Centered Schools with a Local Feel
Six of the county's schools are located in town settings, while one remains rural. Moffat County High School is the largest campus with 560 students, contributing to an average school size of 299 students across the county.
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School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Moffat County
Total Enrollment
2,092
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Moffat County
Moffat County School District RE: No. 1
7 Public Schools in Moffat County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moffat County High School | Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 | 9–12 | High | 560 |
| Craig Middle School | Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 | 6–8 | Middle | 464 |
| Sandrock Elementary | Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 | KG–5 | Primary | 325 |
| Sunset Elementary School | Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 | KG–5 | Primary | 301 |
| Ridgeview Elementary School | Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 | PK–5 | Primary | 276 |
| Early Childhood Center | Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 | PK | Other | 150 |
| Maybell School | Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 | KG–6 | Primary | 16 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,091
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do schools in Moffat County rate?
What is the graduation rate in Moffat County?
How much does Moffat County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Moffat County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Moffat County, Colorado?
Moffat County operates 7 public schools, including four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. This entire network serves a total of 2,092 students under the management of a single unified school district.
How do schools in Moffat County perform academically?
The county's graduation rate sits at 72.0%, trailing both the Colorado average of 83.1% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. With a per-pupil expenditure of $6,091, the county spends significantly less than the national average of $13,000 per student.
What are the major school districts in Moffat County, Colorado?
Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 manages all 2,092 students across its 7 campuses. The county currently offers no charter school options, focusing all resources on its traditional public school system.
What is the school experience like in Moffat County?
Six of the county's schools are located in town settings, while one remains rural. Moffat County High School is the largest campus with 560 students, contributing to an average school size of 299 students across the county.
How can I find homes near good schools in Moffat County, Colorado?
Families seeking a close-knit community where every student is part of a single district will find Moffat County appealing. Explore local real estate to find a home near these centralized town schools.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.