CRESTED BUTTE SECONDARY SCHOOL
CRESTED BUTTE SECONDARY SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Gunnison Watershed School District Re1J school district, located in CRESTED BUTTE, CO with about 376 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 26 teachers, CRESTED BUTTE SECONDARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
CRESTED BUTTE SECONDARY SCHOOL (CBSS) is a public institution located in the heart of the Gunnison Valley, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Gunnison Watershed School District, the school is known for its rigorous academic environment and its deep integration with the surrounding mountain community. It offers a unique educational experience that emphasizes experiential learning, taking full advantage of its proximity to the Rockies to provide students with robust outdoor education programs alongside their core curriculum.
The school is characterized by a strong sense of community and a commitment to fostering both intellectual and personal growth. With a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success, CBSS balances traditional classroom instruction with project-based learning and extracurricular opportunities, such as competitive athletics and arts programs. By maintaining close ties to the town of Crested Butte, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are connected to their environment and equipped to succeed in a global society.
For more information, contact CRESTED BUTTE SECONDARY SCHOOL at (970) 641-7720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CRESTED BUTTE, CO 81224
(970) 641-7720
CRESTED BUTTE SECONDARY SCHOOL is a public school in CRESTED BUTTE, CO with about 376 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Gunnison Watershed School District Re1J
- Total Students:
- 376
- Teachers:
- 26.06
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 376 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CRESTED BUTTE SECONDARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.
- White
- 93.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
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.