Centauri High School

North Conejos School District No. Re1J
17889 US HWY 285
LA JARA, CO 81140
301 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Centauri High School, located in La Jara, Colorado, serves as a central educational hub within the North Conejos School District. Situated in the San Luis Valley, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is known for fostering a close-knit community environment where faculty and staff prioritize personalized attention and student development within a rural setting.

In addition to its core curriculum, Centauri High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and organizations that promote student engagement and leadership. By maintaining strong ties to the local community and leveraging the resources of the North Conejos district, the school strives to uphold high academic standards while supporting the social and emotional well-being of its student body. Their official website serves as a primary resource for families to stay updated on district policies, school calendars, and academic initiatives.
301
Total Students
18.9
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    155 (51.5%)
  • Hispanic
    144 (47.8%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: North Conejos School District No. Re1J
Phone: (719)274-5178
Website: http://www.northconejos.com/NCSD
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 301
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 128
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 82
Grade 10 65
Grade 11 76
Grade 12 78
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Sanford Junior/Senior High School
Sanford School District No. 6 in the county of Conejos and
166 Students
755 SECOND STREET
SANFORD, CO 81151 (3.4 miles away)
High School 7th - 12th