Kiowa High School

School District No. C-2 in the county of Elbert and State of

www.kiowaschool.org

79 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Kiowa High School, located in the rural community of Kiowa, Colorado, serves as the central secondary education hub for the Kiowa School District C-2. As a small-town institution, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a close-knit community atmosphere where students benefit from personalized attention and smaller class sizes. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the workforce, balancing core academic requirements with opportunities for extracurricular engagement.

Beyond standard academics, the school prides itself on its school spirit and community involvement, often acting as a focal point for town events and local activities. By leveraging its position in a tight-knit rural setting, Kiowa High School aims to cultivate a supportive environment that encourages student growth, leadership, and a sense of belonging. The school’s digital presence serves as a portal for families to track academic progress, athletic schedules, and district policies, reflecting a commitment to transparency and communication with the local community.

Total Students

4.4

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

36.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kiowa High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	62
Hispanic	13
Black	1
American Indian	3

White
62 (78.5 %)
Hispanic
13 (16.5 %)
American Indian
3 (3.8 %)
Black
1 (1.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	School District No. C-2 in the county of Elbert and State of
Phone:	(303)621-2115
Website:	http://www.kiowaschool.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	79
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	4.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	25
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 21

Grade 10 19

Grade 11 23

Grade 12 16