Empowering Minds: Education and Schools in Our Community
Overview of Excellence and Innovation
Pueblo offers physician families a diverse educational landscape that blends established excellence
with emerging innovation. Substantial recent investments in infrastructure, STEM programming, and community engagement
create an environment where students can thrive in personalized, opportunity-rich schools.
- Two school districts: D60 (urban) and D70 (suburban/rural)
- $218M bond (D60) for new high schools and renovations
- $75M bond (D70) supporting tech and facility improvements
- Multiple Colorado Schools of Distinction
- Low student-teacher ratios: Avg. 18:1 vs. 24:1 in Denver
- Strong community-business-education partnerships
- Personal attention and high engagement from faculty
Public School Excellence
- D60 Highlights:
- New $45M East High STEM facility (2023)
- New Centennial High School with top-tier arts amenities
- IB program at East High for college readiness
- Four elementary schools named Colorado Schools to Watch
- Health Academy at Central High for medical career prep
- District-wide award-winning music programs
- D70 Highlights:
- Math/science test scores above state average
- Rye High School in Colorado's top 10% for academic growth
- Pueblo West High’s nationally ranked STEM & robotics teams
- Swallows Charter Academy recognized for academic excellence
- Leading agri-tech and vocational education programs
- The Connect School ranked among top charter schools in state
STEM Excellence and Innovation
- D60 STEM Magnet (East High):
- Biomedical sciences with real-world clinical experience
- Engineering pathways with CSU-Pueblo collaboration
- Cybersecurity and coding certifications
- Advanced fabrication labs (3D printing, CNC)
- Research projects with local healthcare systems
- D70 Project Lead the Way:
- K-12 engineering curriculum with applied design
- Biomed labs and summer STEM Academy
- Competitive robotics teams
- Award-winning Girls in STEM initiative
- Cross-District Programs:
- Southern Colorado Science Fair
- STEM Ecosystem industry partnerships
- Mobile STEM labs to elementary schools
- Healthcare mentorship and clinical shadowing
Dual Language and International Programs
- Corwin International Magnet School:
- IB Middle Years Programme
- Spanish immersion from kindergarten
- Global studies with partnerships in Spain and Mexico
- Recognized for academic excellence
- Dual Language Programs:
- Offered at Baca, Belmont, and Irving Elementary
- Two-way immersion model with true biliteracy
- Continued through secondary school
- Heritage language and world language expansion: French, German, Mandarin
- Sister city exchange: Mexico, Italy, Japan
Special Programs and Unique Opportunities
- Arts-Integrated Schools: Goodnight School, Fountain International, Heaton Middle
- Gifted & Talented Programs: Acceleration and enrichment
- Advanced Placement: 20+ AP courses across high schools
- Early College High Schools: Associate degrees while in high school
- Career-Connected Learning: Health, agriculture, business, entrepreneurship
- Industry-aligned technical certifications
Recent Investments and Improvements
- D60’s $218M Bond:
- Two new high schools with modern learning environments
- Renovated elementary schools with security upgrades
- Digital infrastructure and performing arts venues
- D70’s Facility Enhancements:
- STEM lab construction and tech infrastructure upgrades
- All-weather athletic fields and energy-efficient buildings
- District-wide Improvements:
- Modern safety protocols
- Increased mental health staffing
- Teacher training and digital teaching support
Private and Faith-Based Options
- Trinity Catholic School: PreK–8, 12:1 ratios, STEM-focused
- Pueblo Christian Academy: Classical K–12, accelerated academics
- St. Therese Catholic School: Core Knowledge, PreK–8, strong community focus
- The McClelland School: Progressive PreK–8 with project-based learning
Higher Education Connection
- Colorado State University–Pueblo:
- K–12 STEM enrichment and summer camps
- Concurrent enrollment and early college pathways
- Faculty development and research mentorship
- Pueblo Community College:
- Career tech education for high schoolers
- Dual credit and early college programs
- Health and manufacturing career exploration
Support for Physician Families in Transition
- Dedicated enrollment counselors for new medical families
- Recruitment-aligned school visits with UC Health
- Academic matching evaluations to align curriculum
- Mid-year registration support
- Peer mentor family connections
Pueblo’s schools offer a compelling combination of small-community support and
big-district resources. From STEM magnet programs and dual language instruction
to early college and faith-based education, physician families will find opportunity-rich environments
tailored to diverse learning goals and styles.
