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.
264
Total Students
16.6
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Yuma High School
Demographic Student Count
White119
Hispanic142
Black1
Two or More2
  • Hispanic
    142 (53.8 %)
  • White
    119 (45.1 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.8 %)
  • Black
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Yuma High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 968
Grade 1068
Grade 1166
Grade 1262
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Yuma High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13852.3%
Male12647.7%