Serving 226 students in grades 6-12, Calhan Secondary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Calhan Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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Calhan Secondary School's student population of 226 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Calhan Secondary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calhan Secondary School is 0.27, 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
#829 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Calhan Secondary School's ranking?
Calhan Secondary School is ranked #829 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhan Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Calhan Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Calhan Secondary School?
226 students attend Calhan Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Calhan Secondary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calhan Secondary School?
Calhan Secondary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Calhan Secondary School offer ?
Calhan Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calhan Secondary School part of?
Calhan Secondary School is part of Calhan District No. Rj1.
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