Serving 126 students in grades 9-12, Las Animas High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Animas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Las Animas High School's student population of 126 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Animas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Animas High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1245 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
51%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Animas High School's ranking?
Las Animas High School is ranked #1245 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Las Animas High School?
The graduation rate of Las Animas High School is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Las Animas High School?
126 students attend Las Animas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Las Animas High School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Animas High School?
Las Animas High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Las Animas High School offer ?
Las Animas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Animas High School part of?
Las Animas High School is part of Las Animas School District No. Re-1.
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