For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,284 students in La Junta, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in La Junta, CO are Tiger Trades Academy, La Junta Intermediate School and La Junta Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Junta, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in La Junta have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in La Junta, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tiger Trades Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 East 6th Stree
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 363-1504
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 363-1504
Gr: 5-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
La Junta Intermediate School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Smithland Ave.
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-9151
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-9151
Gr: 3-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
La Junta Jr/sr High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1817 Smithland Ave
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-4467
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-4467
Gr: 7-12 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
601 Topeka Avenue
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-2991
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-2991
Gr: K-2 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in La Junta, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in La Junta, CO include Tiger Trades Academy, La Junta Intermediate School and La Junta Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in La Junta?
4 public schools are located in La Junta.
What is the racial composition of students in La Junta?
La Junta public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in La Junta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in La Junta include: La Junta Primary School vs. La Junta Intermediate School
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