San Miguel County Schools & Education
San Miguel County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
67/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
89.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,556
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,447
School Score
67/100
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
#4
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: San Miguel County
School Verdict
San Miguel County performs at an average level with a school score of 67/100 and a solid graduation rate of 89.0%.
Funding Context
San Miguel County spends $10,556 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 San Miguel County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 87% above the Colorado average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 42% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in San Miguel County, Colorado
A Small-Scale Mountain Education System
San Miguel County supports a compact education network consisting of five public schools across two school districts. This infrastructure serves a total enrollment of 1,084 students with a mix of two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.
High Performance with Strong Investment
The county boasts an 89.0% graduation rate, which exceeds both the Colorado state average of 83.1% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. While per-pupil expenditure of $10,556 is below the national average, it remains significantly higher than the state average of $7,447, contributing to a high school score of 60.7.
Telluride Leads the Local District Mix
Telluride School District No. R-1 is the primary provider, educating 895 students across four schools. The county currently offers no charter schools, maintaining a traditional public school structure for its student population.
Rural Schools with an Intimate Feel
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a close-knit environment with an average school size of just 217 students. Telluride High School is the largest campus with 335 students, while Telluride Middle School serves the smallest cohort with 130 students.
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School Overview
Total Schools
5
in San Miguel County
Total Enrollment
1,084
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 San Miguel County
Telluride School District No. R-1
Norwood School District No. R-2J
5 Public Schools in San Miguel County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride High School | Telluride School District No. R-1 | 9–12 | High | 335 |
| Telluride Intermediate School | Telluride School District No. R-1 | 3–6 | Primary | 239 |
| Telluride Elementary School | Telluride School District No. R-1 | PK–2 | Primary | 191 |
| Norwood Public Schools | Norwood School District No. R-2J | PK–12 | Other | 189 |
| Telluride Middle School | Telluride School District No. R-1 | 7–8 | Middle | 130 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,556
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in San Miguel County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in San Miguel County, Colorado?
San Miguel County supports a compact education network consisting of five public schools across two school districts. This infrastructure serves a total enrollment of 1,084 students with a mix of two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.
How do schools in San Miguel County perform academically?
The county boasts an 89.0% graduation rate, which exceeds both the Colorado state average of 83.1% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. While per-pupil expenditure of $10,556 is below the national average, it remains significantly higher than the state average of $7,447, contributing to a high school score of 60.7.
What are the major school districts in San Miguel County, Colorado?
Telluride School District No. R-1 is the primary provider, educating 895 students across four schools. The county currently offers no charter schools, maintaining a traditional public school structure for its student population.
What is the school experience like in San Miguel County?
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a close-knit environment with an average school size of just 217 students. Telluride High School is the largest campus with 335 students, while Telluride Middle School serves the smallest cohort with 130 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in San Miguel County, Colorado?
Families seeking top-tier graduation rates and small class sizes should consider the unique educational landscape of this mountain community. Explore local real estate to find a home within reach of these high-achieving rural 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.