Pitkin County Schools & Education
Pitkin County, Colorado
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
95/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,236
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,447
School Score
95/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 36/100
State Score Position
#3
of 63 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Pitkin County
Measured School Summary
Pitkin County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 95/100 and a graduation rate of 97.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Pitkin County spends $11,236 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 163% above the Colorado average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 13.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 51% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Pitkin County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
7 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
95/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #3 of 63 Colorado counties with school score data.
Completion
97.0%
13.9 pts above the state average
Funding context
$11,236
$3,789 above the state average
School coverage
7
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Pitkin County has 7 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Pitkin County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Pitkin County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#3
of 63 Colorado counties with school score data. The county score is 59 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
Elementary to high school visible
1,572 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
Middle and high visible
867 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1 is the largest listed district slice, with 13 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Pitkin County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Pitkin County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Pitkin County, Colorado
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Small and Focused Academic Infrastructure
Pitkin County operates a streamlined education system consisting of seven total public schools across two districts. This compact network serves 2,439 students with a balanced distribution of two elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
Elite Graduation Rates and Strategic Funding
The county boasts an exceptional 97.0% graduation rate, significantly outpacing the Colorado average of 83.1% and the national mark of 87.0%. While the $11,236 per-pupil expenditure is below the national average, it remains well above the state average of $7,447.
The Roaring Fork and Aspen District Powerhouses
The Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1 is the region's largest provider, though the Aspen School District specifically serves 1,572 students within its five local schools. One charter school operates here, representing approximately 14.3% of the county's educational options.
Town-Centered Learning in the High Rockies
Most students attend one of the five town-based schools, where the average school size is a manageable 348 students. Aspen High School is the largest campus with 529 students, offering a personal but robust academic environment.
School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Pitkin County
Reported Enrollment
2,439
7 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
1
14% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Pitkin County
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
GuideAspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
7 Public Schools in Pitkin County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 7 of 7 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen High School | Record | Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta | ASPEN, 81611Town: Remote | 9–12 | High | 529 |
| Basalt High School | Record | Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1 | BASALT, 81621Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 455 |
| Aspen Middle School | Record | Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta | ASPEN, 81611Town: Remote | 5–8 | Middle | 443 |
| Aspen Elementary School | Record | Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta | ASPEN, 81611Town: Remote | PK–4 | Primary | 440 |
| Basalt Middle School | Record | Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1 | BASALT, 81621Town: Remote | 5–8 | Middle | 412 |
| Aspen Community Charter School | Record | Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta | WOODY CREEK, 81656Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Charter | 137 |
| Aspen Preschool | Record | Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta | ASPEN, 81611Town: Remote | PK | Other | 23 |
Aspen High School
Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
ASPEN, 81611 / Town: Remote
Basalt High School
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
BASALT, 81621 / Rural: Fringe
Aspen Middle School
Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
ASPEN, 81611 / Town: Remote
Aspen Elementary School
Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
ASPEN, 81611 / Town: Remote
Basalt Middle School
Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
BASALT, 81621 / Town: Remote
Aspen Community Charter School
Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
WOODY CREEK, 81656 / Rural: Distant
Aspen Preschool
Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
ASPEN, 81611 / Town: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$11,236
State avg $7,447
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Schools in Pitkin County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Pitkin County, Colorado?
Pitkin County operates a streamlined education system consisting of seven total public schools across two districts. This compact network serves 2,439 students with a balanced distribution of two elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
How do schools in Pitkin County perform academically?
The county boasts an exceptional 97.0% graduation rate, significantly outpacing the Colorado average of 83.1% and the national mark of 87.0%. While the $11,236 per-pupil expenditure is below the national average, it remains well above the state average of $7,447.
What are the major school districts in Pitkin County, Colorado?
The Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1 is the region's largest provider, though the Aspen School District specifically serves 1,572 students within its five local schools. One charter school operates here, representing approximately 14.3% of the county's educational options.
What is the school experience like in Pitkin County?
Most students attend one of the five town-based schools, where the average school size is a manageable 348 students. Aspen High School is the largest campus with 529 students, offering a personal but robust academic environment.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.