Lake County High School
414 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Lake County High School, located in the historic mountain town of Leadville, Colorado, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Lake County School District. Situated at an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the school embraces its unique high-alpine setting, often integrating the surrounding natural landscape into its academic and extracurricular culture. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.
The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, community-focused environment where educators and staff work closely with students to meet individual learning needs. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Lake County High School offers a variety of programs designed to enrich the student experience, including athletic teams, student clubs, and opportunities for experiential learning. By leveraging its position within a tight-knit community, the school emphasizes character development, civic responsibility, and academic growth, striving to empower its students to thrive in both the local community and the broader world.
The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, community-focused environment where educators and staff work closely with students to meet individual learning needs. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Lake County High School offers a variety of programs designed to enrich the student experience, including athletic teams, student clubs, and opportunities for experiential learning. By leveraging its position within a tight-knit community, the school emphasizes character development, civic responsibility, and academic growth, striving to empower its students to thrive in both the local community and the broader world.
414
Total Students
29.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 110 |
| Hispanic | 290 |
| Two or More | 14 |
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Hispanic290 (70.0 %)
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White110 (26.6 %)
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Two or More14 (3.4 %)
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: | Lake County School District No. R-1 |
| Phone: | (719)486-6950 |
| Website: | http://lakecountyschools.net |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 414 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 167 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 48 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
70
Grade 8
60
Grade 9
82
Grade 10
82
Grade 11
63
Grade 12
57
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 70 |
| Grade 8 | 60 |
| Grade 9 | 82 |
| Grade 10 | 82 |
| Grade 11 | 63 |
| Grade 12 | 57 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 206 | 49.8% |
| Male | 208 | 50.2% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 9th - 12th