School Overview
The North Conejos Alternative Program, located at 635 Main Street in La Jara, Colorado, serves as a specialized educational component within the North Conejos School District. Designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, the program focuses on providing academic flexibility and personalized instruction to help students stay on track toward graduation. By offering an alternative setting, the school aims to address the diverse needs of its student body, fostering an atmosphere where individuals who require a different approach to schooling can succeed in meeting state standards and achieving their personal educational goals.

Beyond standard academics, the program typically emphasizes small class sizes and a more targeted support system to ensure students receive the attention necessary for social and emotional growth. The facility serves as a vital resource for the La Jara community, bridging the gap for students who might otherwise struggle in a large, comprehensive high school setting. By prioritizing individualized learning plans and a supportive school culture, the North Conejos Alternative Program plays a key role in the district’s mission to provide equitable educational opportunities for all students, regardless of their preferred learning style or personal circumstances.
32
Total Students
1.6
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Conejos Alternative Program
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic23
Asian1
  • Hispanic
    23 (71.9 %)
  • White
    8 (25.0 %)
  • Asian
    1 (3.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: North Conejos School District No. Re1J
Phone: (719)274-4220
Website: http://www.northconejos.com/NCSD
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 32
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 1.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 20
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 7 2
Grade 8 3
Grade 9 6
Grade 10 6
Grade 11 8
Grade 12 7

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for North Conejos Alternative Program
Grade Student Count
Grade 72
Grade 83
Grade 96
Grade 106
Grade 118
Grade 127
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for North Conejos Alternative Program
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1443.8%
Male1856.2%