Pueblo County Schools & Education

Pueblo County, Colorado

School Score

21/100

Higher = better

Rating

Below Average

Graduation Rate

87.1%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

87.1%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 83.1%

Per-Pupil Spending

$5,589

National avg $13,239

State avg $7,447

School Score

21/100

Higher = better

State avg 36/100

State School Rank

#49

of 63 counties (1 = best)

Education Overview

About Schools in Pueblo County, Colorado

A Large and Diverse Urban Network

Pueblo County hosts a massive educational infrastructure of 63 public schools serving over 31,300 students. This expansive system includes 33 elementary schools and 11 high schools, making it one of the largest regional networks in the state.

Meeting National Standards with High Efficiency

The 87.1% graduation rate perfectly aligns with the national average and exceeds the Colorado state average. Educators achieve these results with a per-pupil expenditure of $5,589, demonstrating significant operational efficiency compared to the national $13,000 average.

Districts Serving Thousands of Southern Coloradans

Pueblo School District No. 60 is the largest entity, managing 35 schools and 15,025 students. Charter schools play a major role here, with nine institutions including the massive GOAL Academy which serves 5,690 students.

City Classrooms and Suburban Campuses

With 37 schools in city locales and 14 in suburbs, the county offers a variety of educational environments. While the average school size is 498 students, campuses range from small neighborhood elementaries to large high schools like Pueblo West High with 1,484 students.

Find Your Perfect Fit in Pueblo

Pueblo County offers unparalleled school variety, from traditional neighborhood schools to large-scale charter academies. This diversity allows families to choose a home in a specific locale that matches their child’s unique learning style.

School Overview

Total Schools

63

in Pueblo County

Total Enrollment

31,367

students

School Districts

2

districts

Charter Schools

9

14% of total

School Type Breakdown

Elementary33
Middle14
High11
Other5

2 School Districts in Pueblo County

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

35 schools
15,025 students

Pueblo County School District 70

26 schools
10,321 students

63 Public Schools in Pueblo County

GOAL Academy

El Paso County Colorado School District 49

9–12Charter5,690 students
Pueblo West High School

Pueblo County School District 70

9–12High1,484 students
Pueblo County High School

Pueblo County School District 70

9–12High1,219 students
South High School

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

9–12High1,059 students
East High School

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

9–12High1,000 students
Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

KG–12Charter996 students
Central High School

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

9–12High971 students
Centennial High School

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

9–12High840 students
W H Heaton Middle School

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

6–8Middle692 students
Swallows Charter Academy

Pueblo County School District 70

KG–8Charter629 students
Goodnight Elementary School

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

PK–8Primary587 students
Sky View Middle School

Pueblo County School District 70

6–8Middle577 students
Pueblo Charter School for the Arts & Sciences

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

KG–8Charter563 students
Corwin International Magnet School

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

4–8Middle557 students
Pueblo Academy of Arts

Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and

6–8Middle541 students
Prairie Winds Elementary School

Pueblo County School District 70

PK–5Primary500 students
Cedar Ridge Elementary School

Pueblo County School District 70

PK–5Primary469 students
Liberty Point International School

Pueblo County School District 70

6–8Middle468 students
Sierra Vista Elementary School

Pueblo County School District 70

PK–5Primary450 students
Liberty Point Elementary School

Pueblo County School District 70

PK–5Primary446 students

Educational Attainment

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$5,589

State avg $7,447

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Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Pueblo County, Colorado — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Pueblo County, Colorado?

Pueblo County hosts a massive educational infrastructure of 63 public schools serving over 31,300 students. This expansive system includes 33 elementary schools and 11 high schools, making it one of the largest regional networks in the state.

How do schools in Pueblo County perform academically?

The 87.1% graduation rate perfectly aligns with the national average and exceeds the Colorado state average. Educators achieve these results with a per-pupil expenditure of $5,589, demonstrating significant operational efficiency compared to the national $13,000 average.

What are the major school districts in Pueblo County, Colorado?

Pueblo School District No. 60 is the largest entity, managing 35 schools and 15,025 students. Charter schools play a major role here, with nine institutions including the massive GOAL Academy which serves 5,690 students.

What is the school experience like in Pueblo County?

With 37 schools in city locales and 14 in suburbs, the county offers a variety of educational environments. While the average school size is 498 students, campuses range from small neighborhood elementaries to large high schools like Pueblo West High with 1,484 students.

How can I find homes near good schools in Pueblo County, Colorado?

Pueblo County offers unparalleled school variety, from traditional neighborhood schools to large-scale charter academies. This diversity allows families to choose a home in a specific locale that matches their child’s unique learning style.

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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.