LESTER R ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL

LESTER R ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the School District N. 14 in the county of Adams & State of Colo school district, located in COMMERCE CITY, CO with about 227 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, LESTER R ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lester R. Arnold High School (LRA), located in Commerce City, Colorado, is a specialized alternative education institution within the Adams County School District 14. Designed to support students who may not thrive in a traditional high school setting, the school focuses on providing a flexible, personalized learning environment. Its mission centers on meeting the unique academic and social-emotional needs of its student body, offering smaller class sizes and a supportive atmosphere that encourages students to stay on track toward graduation.

The school is known for its commitment to credit recovery and accelerated learning, allowing students to work at a pace that fits their individual circumstances. Beyond core academics, Lester R. Arnold emphasizes character development, post-secondary readiness, and building strong relationships between staff and students. By fostering a close-knit community, the school aims to remove barriers to education and empower its students to overcome personal or academic challenges, ultimately preparing them for college, vocational training, or the workforce.

For more information, contact LESTER R ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL at (303) 289-2983 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.