CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL

CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Calhan District No. RJ1 school district, located in CALHAN, CO with about 167 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 10 teachers, CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL, located in Calhan, Colorado, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Calhan School District RJ-1. Situated in a rural community approximately 35 miles northeast of Colorado Springs, the school functions as a focal point for the local area, offering a traditional academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular programs. The school is home to the "Bulldogs" and places a significant emphasis on fostering a close-knit environment where students can engage in both rigorous coursework and community-oriented activities.

Beyond its core academic offerings, CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL is noted for its commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether through college preparatory paths or vocational development. The school utilizes its small-town setting to maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for more personalized instruction and student support. By balancing standard educational requirements with athletic programs and student organizations, the school seeks to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute to their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL at (719) 347-2766 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

800 BULLDOG DRIVE
CALHAN, CO 80808
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CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in CALHAN, CO with about 167 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
167
Teachers:
10.32
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 167 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CALHAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
81.4%
Hispanic/Latino
8.4%
Black or African American
6.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.8%
Two or more races
1.2%
Asian
1.2%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.