Pueblo Academy of Arts
562 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Pueblo Academy of Arts (PAA), located on Lehigh Avenue in Pueblo, Colorado, is a specialized middle school within the Pueblo School District 60 that centers its academic mission on the integration of the visual and performing arts. The school is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education where traditional core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—are complemented by a rigorous arts curriculum. By emphasizing creativity, discipline, and performance, the academy aims to foster a learning environment that encourages students to excel both academically and artistically.
Beyond the classroom, Pueblo Academy of Arts is known for cultivating a vibrant school culture that celebrates student expression through various mediums, including music, dance, theater, and visual arts. The school typically hosts performances, exhibitions, and community events that showcase the talents of its student body. By focusing on an arts-infused pedagogy, the institution seeks to develop critical thinking skills, self-confidence, and a sense of community among its students, preparing them for success in high school and beyond.
Beyond the classroom, Pueblo Academy of Arts is known for cultivating a vibrant school culture that celebrates student expression through various mediums, including music, dance, theater, and visual arts. The school typically hosts performances, exhibitions, and community events that showcase the talents of its student body. By focusing on an arts-infused pedagogy, the institution seeks to develop critical thinking skills, self-confidence, and a sense of community among its students, preparing them for success in high school and beyond.
562
Total Students
32.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 140 |
| Hispanic | 373 |
| Black | 17 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 22 |
| American Indian | 6 |
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Hispanic373 (66.4%)
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White140 (24.9%)
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Two or More22 (3.9%)
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Black17 (3.0%)
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American Indian6 (1.1%)
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Asian4 (0.7%)
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: | Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and |
| Phone: | (719)549-7430 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 562 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 448 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 32 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
191
Grade 7
187
Grade 8
184
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 191 |
| Grade 7 | 187 |
| Grade 8 | 184 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 265 | 47.2% |
| Male | 297 | 52.8% |
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