Ignacio Middle School

Ignacio School District No. 11Jt
315 IGNACIO STREET
IGNACIO, CO 81137
144 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Ignacio Middle School, located in the town of Ignacio, Colorado, serves as a vital educational hub within the Ignacio School District 11JT. Situated in the heart of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation, the school plays a significant role in serving a diverse student population, including a notable representation of Native American students. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth, aiming to prepare students for the transition from elementary education to the challenges of high school.

The school’s curriculum and culture are deeply influenced by its unique location, often integrating local heritage and community values into the student experience. By emphasizing core subjects, extracurricular activities, and supportive student services, Ignacio Middle School seeks to provide a well-rounded education. Through its dedicated faculty and administration, the school strives to empower its students, promoting both individual achievement and a strong sense of community belonging within the broader Colorado educational landscape.
144
Total Students
14.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    59 (41.0%)
  • Hispanic
    45 (31.2%)
  • White
    35 (24.3%)
  • Two or More
    5 (3.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ignacio School District No. 11Jt
Phone: (970)563-0600
Website: http://www.ignacio.k12.co.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 144
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 72
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5

* 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 6 49
Grade 7 49
Grade 8 46
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Bayfield Middle School
Bayfield School District No. 10Jt-R
283 Students
615 E. OAK
BAYFIELD, CO 81122 (9.0 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th