Yuma County Schools & Education
Yuma County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
21/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,422
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
#50
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Yuma County
School Verdict
Yuma County faces educational challenges with a school score of 21/100 and a graduation rate of 82.9%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,422 per pupil, Yuma County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Yuma County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 43% below the Colorado average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 0.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 14% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Yuma County, Colorado
A Balanced Rural Education Network
Yuma County operates nine public schools across four school districts, educating 1,850 total students. The system is distributed across three elementary, one middle, and three high schools, plus two other specialized facilities.
Steady Performance in Eastern Colorado
The county maintains an 82.9% graduation rate, sitting just below the state average of 83.1%. With a school score of 48.5 and per-pupil spending of $6,422, the county provides a consistent educational experience on a conservative budget.
Yuma and Wray Districts Lead
Yuma 1 School District is the largest with 886 students, followed closely by Wray RD-2 with 724. There are currently no charter schools in the county, with all students attending traditional district campuses.
A Blend of Rural and Town Life
Schools are split between rural and town locales, with an average campus size of 206 students. Wray Elementary is the largest school in the county with 412 students, providing a vibrant center for the local community.
Make a Home in a Solid School Community
Yuma County offers a stable and community-oriented school system for families looking to settle in Eastern Colorado. Review the school districts in Yuma and Wray to find the right neighborhood for your move.
School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Yuma County
Total Enrollment
1,850
students
School Districts
4
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
4 School Districts in Yuma County
Yuma 1 School District
Wray RD-2 School District
Idalia RJ-3 School District
Liberty J-4 School District
9 Public Schools in Yuma County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wray Elementary School | Wray RD-2 School District | PK–6 | Primary | 412 |
| Kenneth P Morris Elementary School | Yuma 1 School District | KG–4 | Primary | 325 |
| Wray Junior Senior High School | Wray RD-2 School District | 7–12 | High | 312 |
| Yuma High School | Yuma 1 School District | 9–12 | High | 264 |
| Yuma Middle School | Yuma 1 School District | 5–8 | Middle | 233 |
| Idalia Elementary School | Idalia RJ-3 School District | PK–6 | Primary | 88 |
| Idalia Junior-Senior High School | Idalia RJ-3 School District | 7–12 | High | 84 |
| Liberty School | Liberty J-4 School District | PK–12 | Vocational | 68 |
| Little Indians Preschool | Yuma 1 School District | PK | Other | 64 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,422
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Yuma County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Yuma County, Colorado?
Yuma County operates nine public schools across four school districts, educating 1,850 total students. The system is distributed across three elementary, one middle, and three high schools, plus two other specialized facilities.
How do schools in Yuma County perform academically?
The county maintains an 82.9% graduation rate, sitting just below the state average of 83.1%. With a school score of 48.5 and per-pupil spending of $6,422, the county provides a consistent educational experience on a conservative budget.
What are the major school districts in Yuma County, Colorado?
Yuma 1 School District is the largest with 886 students, followed closely by Wray RD-2 with 724. There are currently no charter schools in the county, with all students attending traditional district campuses.
What is the school experience like in Yuma County?
Schools are split between rural and town locales, with an average campus size of 206 students. Wray Elementary is the largest school in the county with 412 students, providing a vibrant center for the local community.
How can I find homes near good schools in Yuma County, Colorado?
Yuma County offers a stable and community-oriented school system for families looking to settle in Eastern Colorado. Review the school districts in Yuma and Wray to find the right neighborhood for your move.
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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.