Serving 18 students in grades 4-12, Pueblo Youth Service Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pueblo Youth Service Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pueblo Youth Service Center's student population of 18 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (10-11)
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pueblo Youth Service Center is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
72%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
28%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% CO state average).
How many students attend Pueblo Youth Service Center?
18 students attend Pueblo Youth Service Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pueblo Youth Service Center students are Hispanic, and 28% of students are White.
What grades does Pueblo Youth Service Center offer ?
Pueblo Youth Service Center offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Pueblo Youth Service Center part of?
Pueblo Youth Service Center is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Pueblo Youth Service Center located?
Pueblo Youth Service Center is located in the West Side neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in West Side.
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