Alamosa High School graduation rate exceeds state average

District dropout rate declines 

By LUIS MURILLO, Assistant Superintendent Alamosa School District 
Posted 2/1/25

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has released the latest graduation rate data, revealing positive trends for Alamosa High School.  The school's graduation rate has risen from 83.2% to 86.9%, surpassing the statewide average of 84.2%. Concurrently, the district's dropout rate has significantly decreased from 2.4% to 1.2%. 

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Alamosa High School graduation rate exceeds state average

District dropout rate declines 

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The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has released the latest graduation rate data, revealing positive trends for Alamosa High School. 

The school's graduation rate has risen from 83.2% to 86.9%, surpassing the statewide average of 84.2%. Concurrently, the district's dropout rate has significantly decreased from 2.4% to 1.2%. 

"We are incredibly proud of this achievement," said Assistant Superintendent Luis Murillo. "Improving our graduation rate is a top priority, and these results demonstrate the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, staff, and families."  

This success can be attributed to several factors, including: 

  • Increased focus on student support: Alamosa School District has implemented a variety of programs to support student success, such as:

– Recruitment and retention: Having highly qualified teachers delivering best first instruction. 

– Early intervention programs: Identifying and addressing academic challenges early on. 

– Social-emotional learning programs: Fostering students' social and emotional well-being. 

  • Improved academic rigor: The district has implemented rigorous academic standards and provided students with the resources they need to succeed. 
  • Strong partnerships with families and the community: The district has fostered strong partnerships with families and the community to support student success.
  • Addressing Discrepancies: While these results are encouraging, we recognize the importance of addressing disparities in graduation rates among different student groups. We are committed to ensuring that all students, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to succeed.

"We are focused on continuing to close achievement gaps and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to graduate and pursue their dreams," said Superintendent Diana Jones. "We will continue to analyze data, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to support all students." Looking Ahead The district will continue to work diligently to improve student outcomes.  

This includes: 

  • Expanding access to high-quality education: Providing all students with access to high-quality instruction and resources.
  • Personalizing learning: Tailoring instruction to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Creating a positive and supportive school climate: Fostering a school environment where all students feel safe, respected, and valued.

We are confident that by continuing to work together with students, families, and the community, we can achieve even greater success in the years to come.