Summary:
Eads High School is the only high school in zip code 81036, serving grades 9–12 in the rural community of Eads, Colorado. This small public school, part of Kiowa County School District No. Re-1, enrolls just 48 students with an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 7.7 to 1, meaning most students receive highly individualized instruction. The school serves a majority low-income population, with 62.5% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, yet academic outcomes consistently outpace state averages, making it a strong educational provider despite economic challenges.
In terms of achievement, Eads High School outperforms the state in every reported subject. On the PSAT 10, 71% of 10th graders were proficient in reading/writing and 53% in math, compared to state rates of 64% and 36%. On the SAT, 11th graders scored 62% proficient in reading/writing and 38% in math, versus statewide rates of 60% and 32%. Science proficiency is a standout at 37.5% versus the state’s 24.8%. The school also boasts a perfect 100% graduation rate (2021–2022) and a low 1.9% dropout rate. State ranking has fluctuated due to the tiny student body, moving from the 65th percentile to the 74th and back to the 63rd over recent years—likely a statistical artifact of small cohorts rather than a reflection of inconsistent quality.
One area to watch is chronic absenteeism: 16.3% of students are chronically absent, which is better than the state rate of 28.4% but higher than the district-wide rate of 10.8%. This suggests attendance is more challenging at the high school level than in lower grades. Overall, Eads High School is a high-performing, personalized rural school that excels in math and science while maintaining a perfect graduation rate. Its only real weaknesses—ranking volatility and slightly elevated absenteeism—are understandable given its very small size and should be interpreted with caution. For parents, this is a school that delivers strong results in a supportive, low-ratio environment.
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