Centauri High School

17889 Us Hwy 285
La Jara, CO 81140
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Top 30%
Serving 303 students in grades 9-12, Centauri High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Centauri High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Centauri High School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
303 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Centauri High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centauri High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#419 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
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40-44%
33%
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55-59%
45%
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(20-21)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
47%
36%
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Black
1%
5%
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White
51%
50%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.52
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≥95%
82%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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  • School Mascot: Falcons

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Centauri High School's ranking?
Centauri High School is ranked #419 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Centauri High School often compared to?
Centauri High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alamosa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centauri High School?
The graduation rate of Centauri High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Centauri High School?
303 students attend Centauri High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Centauri High School students are White, 47% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centauri High School?
Centauri High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Centauri High School offer ?
Centauri High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centauri High School part of?
Centauri High School is part of North Conejos School District No. Re1j.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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