Serving 84 students in grades 7-12, Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School's student population of 84 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
TO GRADUATE ALL STUDENTS AND ENSURE THEY ARE PREPARED FOR THE NEXT STEPS ON THEIR JOURNEY
School Rankings
Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School's ranking?
Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School is ranked #441 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School?
The graduation rate of Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School?
84 students attend Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School?
Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School offer ?
Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School part of?
Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School is part of Cheyenne County School District No. Re-5.
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