LA JUNTA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
LA JUNTA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the East Otero School District No. R1 school district, located in LA JUNTA, CO with about 614 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 33 teachers, LA JUNTA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
LA JUNTA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL, located in La Junta, Colorado, serves as a central educational hub for the local community, catering to students in grades 7 through 12. As part of the East Otero School District R-1, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth. By combining the middle school and high school levels, the institution aims to provide a seamless educational transition, offering a curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the workforce directly.
The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and student development, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs to encourage a well-rounded experience. Its mission is deeply rooted in supporting the diverse needs of the La Junta population, striving to ensure that every student has access to the resources and support necessary to thrive. Through a commitment to excellence and character building, LA JUNTA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL works to empower its students to become productive, responsible citizens who are ready to face the challenges of the modern world.
For more information, contact LA JUNTA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL at (719) 384-4467 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
LA JUNTA, CO 81050-3455
(719) 384-4467
LA JUNTA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LA JUNTA, CO with about 614 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- East Otero School District No. R1
- Total Students:
- 614
- Teachers:
- 33.15
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide 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 614 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 63.7%
- White
- 32.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.5%
- Black or African American
- 1.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
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.