Teller County Schools & Education
Teller County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
29/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
81.5%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
81.5%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,252
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,447
School Score
29/100
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
#39
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Teller County
School Verdict
Teller County faces educational challenges with a school score of 29/100 and a graduation rate of 81.5%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,252 per pupil, Teller County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Teller County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 19% below the Colorado average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Teller County, Colorado
Diverse Schooling in a Growing County
Teller County maintains seven public schools across two districts, serving a total of 2,057 students. The landscape features four elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools to support local families.
Academic Challenges and Local Results
The graduation rate sits at 81.5%, trailing the state average of 83.1% and the national 87% benchmark. The county invests $7,252 per pupil, which is slightly below the state average of $7,447, resulting in a school score of 49.6.
Woodland Park Leads County Enrollment
Woodland Park School District No. Re-2 is the largest district, educating 1,744 students across five schools. The remaining students are served by the Cripple Creek-Victor School District, and there are currently no charter schools in operation.
Town and Mountain School Settings
Schools are divided between town and rural locales, with an average enrollment of 294 students. Woodland Park High School serves as the county's largest campus with 579 students, while Columbine Elementary is the smallest with 227 students.
Relocate Near Teller County Schools
From the heights of Cripple Creek to the hub of Woodland Park, local schools define the community character. Consider school proximity as you search for your next home in this scenic mountain county.
School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Teller County
Total Enrollment
2,057
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 Teller County
Woodland Park School District No. Re-2
Cripple Creek-Victor School District No. Re-1
7 Public Schools in Teller County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park High School | Woodland Park School District No. Re-2 | 9–12 | High | 579 |
| Woodland Park Middle School | Woodland Park School District No. Re-2 | 6–8 | Middle | 386 |
| Gateway Elementary School | Woodland Park School District No. Re-2 | PK–5 | Primary | 293 |
| Summit Elementary School | Woodland Park School District No. Re-2 | PK–5 | Primary | 259 |
| Columbine Elementary School | Woodland Park School District No. Re-2 | KG–5 | Primary | 227 |
| Cripple Creek-Victor Junior-Senior High School | Cripple Creek-Victor School District No. Re-1 | 6–12 | High | 176 |
| Cresson Elementary School | Cripple Creek-Victor School District No. Re-1 | PK–5 | Primary | 137 |
Cripple Creek-Victor School District No. Re-1
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,252
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do schools in Teller County rate?
What is the graduation rate in Teller County?
How much does Teller County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Teller County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Teller County, Colorado?
Teller County maintains seven public schools across two districts, serving a total of 2,057 students. The landscape features four elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools to support local families.
How do schools in Teller County perform academically?
The graduation rate sits at 81.5%, trailing the state average of 83.1% and the national 87% benchmark. The county invests $7,252 per pupil, which is slightly below the state average of $7,447, resulting in a school score of 49.6.
What are the major school districts in Teller County, Colorado?
Woodland Park School District No. Re-2 is the largest district, educating 1,744 students across five schools. The remaining students are served by the Cripple Creek-Victor School District, and there are currently no charter schools in operation.
What is the school experience like in Teller County?
Schools are divided between town and rural locales, with an average enrollment of 294 students. Woodland Park High School serves as the county's largest campus with 579 students, while Columbine Elementary is the smallest with 227 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Teller County, Colorado?
From the heights of Cripple Creek to the hub of Woodland Park, local schools define the community character. Consider school proximity as you search for your next home in this scenic mountain county.
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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.