Yuma High School
264 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Yuma High School, located at 1000 South Albany in Yuma, Colorado, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the local community. As a cornerstone of the Yuma School District-1, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of the region, emphasizing a close-knit environment where staff and students focus on academic achievement, extracurricular participation, and community values. The school typically serves students in grades 9 through 12, offering a traditional high school curriculum complemented by various athletic and vocational programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the regional workforce.
Beyond its academic offerings, Yuma High School is known for its role as a focal point for local pride, particularly through its "Outlaws" athletic teams, which are central to the social life of the town. The facility and its programs are tailored to meet the needs of a rural agricultural community, often balancing core graduation requirements with opportunities for hands-on learning. By fostering a supportive and communal atmosphere, the school aims to provide its students with the skills, character, and school spirit necessary to succeed both during their tenure at the school and as active citizens after graduation.
Beyond its academic offerings, Yuma High School is known for its role as a focal point for local pride, particularly through its "Outlaws" athletic teams, which are central to the social life of the town. The facility and its programs are tailored to meet the needs of a rural agricultural community, often balancing core graduation requirements with opportunities for hands-on learning. By fostering a supportive and communal atmosphere, the school aims to provide its students with the skills, character, and school spirit necessary to succeed both during their tenure at the school and as active citizens after graduation.
264
Total Students
16.6
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 119 |
| Hispanic | 142 |
| Black | 1 |
| Two or More | 2 |
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Hispanic142 (53.8 %)
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White119 (45.1 %)
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Two or More2 (0.8 %)
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Black1 (0.4 %)
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: | Yuma 1 School District |
| Phone: | (970)848-5488 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 264 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 16.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 126 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 20 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
68
Grade 10
68
Grade 11
66
Grade 12
62
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 68 |
| Grade 10 | 68 |
| Grade 11 | 66 |
| Grade 12 | 62 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 138 | 52.3% |
| Male | 126 | 47.7% |