Park County Schools & Education
Park County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
29/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
78.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
78.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,380
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,447
School Score
29/100
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
#38
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Park County
School Verdict
Park County faces educational challenges with a school score of 29/100 and a graduation rate of 78.9%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,380 per pupil, Park County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Park County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 19% below the Colorado average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 4.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Park County, Colorado
Rural Schooling in the Mountains
Park County manages 8 public schools for 1,392 students across two school districts. The system includes three elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools to serve its high-altitude communities.
Investing in Mountain Education
The county spends $7,380 per pupil, nearly matching the Colorado state average of $7,447. While the graduation rate is 78.9%, the county maintains a solid composite school score of 48.5.
Platte Canyon and Charter Options
The Platte Canyon School District is the county's largest, serving 797 students. Charter schools play a significant role here, representing 25% of all schools, including the 142-student Lake George Charter School.
One Hundred Percent Rural Learning
All 8 schools in Park County are located in rural settings, reflecting the county's rugged geography. The average school size is 174 students, with Deer Creek Elementary being the largest at 400 students.
Escape to the Park County High Country
Park County offers a unique blend of rural seclusion and educational choice through its charter and traditional schools. Find a home in the Platte Canyon area to experience mountain living with dedicated local schools.
School Overview
Total Schools
8
in Park County
Total Enrollment
1,392
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
2
25% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Park County
Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park
Park County School District No. Re-2
8 Public Schools in Park County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Creek Elementary School | Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park | PK–5 | Primary | 400 |
| Platte Canyon High School | Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park | 9–12 | High | 228 |
| Edith Teter Elementary School | Park County School District No. Re-2 | PK–5 | Primary | 211 |
| Fitzsimmons Middle School | Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park | 6–8 | Middle | 169 |
| Lake George Charter School | Park County School District No. Re-2 | PK–12 | Charter | 142 |
| South Park High School | Park County School District No. Re-2 | 9–12 | High | 124 |
| South Park Middle School | Park County School District No. Re-2 | 6–8 | Middle | 98 |
| Guffey Charter School | Park County School District No. Re-2 | PK–8 | Charter | 20 |
Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park
Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park
Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,380
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Park County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Park County, Colorado?
Park County manages 8 public schools for 1,392 students across two school districts. The system includes three elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools to serve its high-altitude communities.
How do schools in Park County perform academically?
The county spends $7,380 per pupil, nearly matching the Colorado state average of $7,447. While the graduation rate is 78.9%, the county maintains a solid composite school score of 48.5.
What are the major school districts in Park County, Colorado?
The Platte Canyon School District is the county's largest, serving 797 students. Charter schools play a significant role here, representing 25% of all schools, including the 142-student Lake George Charter School.
What is the school experience like in Park County?
All 8 schools in Park County are located in rural settings, reflecting the county's rugged geography. The average school size is 174 students, with Deer Creek Elementary being the largest at 400 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Park County, Colorado?
Park County offers a unique blend of rural seclusion and educational choice through its charter and traditional schools. Find a home in the Platte Canyon area to experience mountain living with dedicated local 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.