Phillips County Schools & Education
Phillips County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
44/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,639
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,447
School Score
44/100
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
#18
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Phillips County
School Verdict
Phillips County has average school quality (score: 44/100) with a graduation rate of 82.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Phillips County spends $8,639 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Phillips County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 22% above the Colorado average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 16% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Phillips County, Colorado
Focused Education in Phillips County
Phillips County operates a streamlined system of 5 public schools serving 886 students. These schools are managed by two districts and include two elementary and three high school programs.
High Scores and Efficient Spending
The county achieves a strong school score of 52.9, outperforming the state average of 50.2. Phillips County also invests $8,639 per student, which is over $1,000 more than the Colorado per-pupil average.
Holyoke Leads the County Districts
The Holyoke School District No. Re-1J is the largest, educating 552 students across three schools. There are no charter schools in the county, but one alternative school serves the Holyoke community.
Quiet Rural Campus Life
All five schools are located in rural locales, fostering a peaceful and community-oriented environment. Holyoke Elementary is the largest school with 285 students, contributing to a county-wide average size of 177.
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With school scores above the state average and high per-pupil spending, Phillips County is a hidden gem for education. Explore the real estate market in Holyoke and Haxtun to find your next home near these quality schools.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Phillips County
Total Enrollment
886
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Phillips County
Holyoke School District No. Re-1J
Haxtun School District No. Re-2J
5 Public Schools in Phillips County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holyoke Elementary School | Holyoke School District No. Re-1J | KG–6 | Primary | 285 |
| Holyoke Senior High School | Holyoke School District No. Re-1J | 7–12 | High | 245 |
| Haxtun Elementary School | Haxtun School District No. Re-2J | PK–6 | Primary | 176 |
| Haxtun Jr/Sr High School | Haxtun School District No. Re-2J | 7–12 | High | 158 |
| Holyoke Alternative School | Holyoke School District No. Re-1J | 7–12 | Alternative | 22 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,639
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Phillips County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Phillips County, Colorado?
Phillips County operates a streamlined system of 5 public schools serving 886 students. These schools are managed by two districts and include two elementary and three high school programs.
How do schools in Phillips County perform academically?
The county achieves a strong school score of 52.9, outperforming the state average of 50.2. Phillips County also invests $8,639 per student, which is over $1,000 more than the Colorado per-pupil average.
What are the major school districts in Phillips County, Colorado?
The Holyoke School District No. Re-1J is the largest, educating 552 students across three schools. There are no charter schools in the county, but one alternative school serves the Holyoke community.
What is the school experience like in Phillips County?
All five schools are located in rural locales, fostering a peaceful and community-oriented environment. Holyoke Elementary is the largest school with 285 students, contributing to a county-wide average size of 177.
How can I find homes near good schools in Phillips County, Colorado?
With school scores above the state average and high per-pupil spending, Phillips County is a hidden gem for education. Explore the real estate market in Holyoke and Haxtun to find your next home near these quality 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.