Pueblo County Schools & Education
Pueblo County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool 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
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#49
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Pueblo County
School Verdict
Pueblo County faces educational challenges with a school score of 21/100 and a graduation rate of 87.1%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $5,589 per pupil, Pueblo County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Pueblo County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 42% below the Colorado average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 25% lower than the state norm.
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
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Pueblo County
Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and
Pueblo County School District 70
63 Public Schools in Pueblo County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOAL Academy | El Paso County Colorado School District 49 | 9–12 | Charter | 5,690 |
| Pueblo West High School | Pueblo County School District 70 | 9–12 | High | 1,484 |
| Pueblo County High School | Pueblo County School District 70 | 9–12 | High | 1,219 |
| South High School | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | 9–12 | High | 1,059 |
| East High School | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | 9–12 | High | 1,000 |
| Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | KG–12 | Charter | 996 |
| Central High School | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | 9–12 | High | 971 |
| Centennial High School | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | 9–12 | High | 840 |
| W H Heaton Middle School | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | 6–8 | Middle | 692 |
| Swallows Charter Academy | Pueblo County School District 70 | KG–8 | Charter | 629 |
| Goodnight Elementary School | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | PK–8 | Primary | 587 |
| Sky View Middle School | Pueblo County School District 70 | 6–8 | Middle | 577 |
| Pueblo Charter School for the Arts & Sciences | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | KG–8 | Charter | 563 |
| Corwin International Magnet School | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | 4–8 | Middle | 557 |
| Pueblo Academy of Arts | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and | 6–8 | Middle | 541 |
| Prairie Winds Elementary School | Pueblo County School District 70 | PK–5 | Primary | 500 |
| Cedar Ridge Elementary School | Pueblo County School District 70 | PK–5 | Primary | 469 |
| Liberty Point International School | Pueblo County School District 70 | 6–8 | Middle | 468 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary School | Pueblo County School District 70 | PK–5 | Primary | 450 |
| Liberty Point Elementary School | Pueblo County School District 70 | PK–5 | Primary | 446 |
Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and
Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and
Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and
Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and
Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and
Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,589
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
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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.