Pagosa Springs High School

Archuleta County School District No. 50 Jt
800 SOUTH 8TH STREET
PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO 81147
475 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Pagosa Springs High School, located in the scenic mountain town of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Archuleta School District. Nestled in a community known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture, emphasizing a balance between rigorous academics and the unique lifestyle afforded by its Southwestern Colorado setting.

The school is committed to fostering student growth through a diverse range of educational opportunities, including core curriculum, vocational training, and extracurricular activities. By leveraging its location, Pagosa Springs High School encourages a strong sense of community involvement and school spirit. Through its official website, the institution provides resources for students and families to stay engaged with district initiatives, academic calendars, and the various programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.
475
Total Students
30.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    234 (49.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    193 (40.6 %)
  • American Indian
    25 (5.3 %)
  • Two or More
    13 (2.7 %)
  • Black
    7 (1.5 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.6 %)
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: Archuleta County School District No. 50 Jt
Phone: (970)264-2231
Website: http://www.mypagosaschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 475
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 198
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19

* 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 9 131
Grade 10 139
Grade 11 114
Grade 12 91
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
San Juan Mountain School
Archuleta County School District No. 50 Jt
46 Students
800 SOUTH 8TH STREET
PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO 81147 (0.0 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th