Ridgway High School

Ridgway School District No. R-2 of the county of Ouray a
1200 GREEN STREET
RIDGWAY, CO 81432
97 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Ridgway High School, located at 1200 Green Street in Ridgway, Colorado, is a small, public secondary institution serving the tight-knit community of Ouray County. As part of the Ridgway School District, the school is situated in a scenic area known for its proximity to the San Juan Mountains, which often integrates into the school's culture and outdoor-focused educational opportunities. The school is known for its intimate learning environment, characterized by smaller class sizes that allow for personalized instruction and stronger relationships between students and faculty.

Academically, Ridgway High School focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of core curriculum, elective offerings, and a commitment to fostering critical thinking and civic responsibility. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes holistic development by encouraging participation in athletics, arts, and community service initiatives. By leveraging its unique mountain location and a dedicated staff, the school aims to provide a rigorous yet supportive educational experience that helps students transition into adulthood with the skills necessary for their future careers or higher education.
97
Total Students
12.2
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    70 (72.9%)
  • Hispanic
    14 (14.6%)
  • Two or More
    10 (10.4%)
  • Asian
    2 (2.1%)
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: Ridgway School District No. R-2 of the county of Ouray a
Phone: (970)626-5788
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 97
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 22
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4

* 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 25
Grade 10 25
Grade 11 21
Grade 12 26
Gender Ratio