Akron School District No. R-1

Akron School District No. R-1 is a traditional public school district headquartered at 600 Elm Avenue in Akron, Colorado. Situated in a rural remote setting on the state's eastern plains, this open, non-charter district operates two school facilities that provide a continuous educational pathway spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade. The district serves a total enrollment of 411 students, comprising 224 male and 187 female learners. Its student body is predominantly composed of 296 White students and 90 Hispanic students, along with smaller populations of multiracial, Asian, American Indian, and Black students, offering a close-knit and community-focused learning environment.

The district maintains a well-resourced workforce designed to deliver personalized instruction and robust student services across all grade levels. Its total staffing footprint includes approximately 146 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions, highlighted by more than 73 FTE classroom teachers, 16 FTE instructional aides, and nearly 57 FTE support staff members. This favorable ratio of educators to students allows for tailored academic intervention, strong faculty mentorship, and comprehensive administrative support. Prospective families, community members, and educational researchers can learn more about the district's programs by visiting their official website at akronrams.net or reaching out directly by phone at (970) 345-2053.