Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, San Juan Mountain School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Juan Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
San Juan Mountain School's student population of 47 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
San Juan Mountain School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Juan Mountain School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
62%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Archuleta County School District No. 50 Jt
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Juan Mountain School's ranking?
San Juan Mountain School is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Juan Mountain School?
The graduation rate of San Juan Mountain School is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend San Juan Mountain School?
47 students attend San Juan Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of San Juan Mountain School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Juan Mountain School?
San Juan Mountain School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does San Juan Mountain School offer ?
San Juan Mountain School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Juan Mountain School part of?
San Juan Mountain School is part of Archuleta County School District No. 50 Jt.
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