The top reported proficiency rate is 35% in English language arts. The lowest is 18% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Beulah Elementary School
Beulah Elementary School is a small public school in the unincorporated mountain-valley community of Beulah, Colorado, serving kindergarten through fifth grade as a regular district school in Pueblo County School District 70. The school is deeply woven into the life of this quiet rural settlement, which sits in the foothills of the Wet Mountains southwest of Pueblo. The commercial footprint here is minimal—a post office, a general store, a coffee shop, a couple of restaurants, and a few novelty stores—and residents largely commute to Pueblo for employment and services. The community has seen a gradual population decline in recent decades, and there is no evidence of new housing growth or development projects.
The student body at Beulah Elementary is small, reflecting the size of the community it serves. The student population is predominantly white, with a modest share of Hispanic students and a handful of students from other racial backgrounds. A substantial proportion of families qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating that economic diversity is present even within this small school. Data on students with disabilities and English learners were not available in the source materials, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about the range of supports offered.
On state assessments taken in third through fifth grades, Beulah Elementary’s overall proficiency across math and English language arts sits above the midpoint when compared with other schools in Pueblo County. That said, the picture varies by subject. In math, proficiency rates are lower, while in English language arts the share of students meeting the state’s proficiency benchmark is higher. Science results for fifth grade were suppressed, which typically happens when the number of test takers is too small to report without risking student identification. Participation rates on the tests were high, suggesting that nearly all enrolled students took part.
Because Beulah Elementary is an elementary school only, there is no graduation rate to report. Students who live in the attendance area move on to Beulah Middle School and then to Rye High School, both of which are part of the same district. That means families should consider the middle and high school options early, as the upper grades operate on a separate campus outside of Beulah itself.
One of the most consequential district-level decisions affecting all families in Pueblo County School District 70 is the four-day school week, a schedule change that went into effect several years ago and remains in place. This structure alters the rhythm of the school week and has practical implications for childcare, extracurricular scheduling, and family routines. It is a factor any parent considering Beulah Elementary should weigh carefully with their own household needs.
The housing market in the Beulah area shows home values that sit between the national average and the higher Colorado statewide figure, reflecting the area’s rural appeal and distance from the Denver metro region. Commuting to Pueblo for work is a common pattern, and the drive along State Highway 78 is a regular part of life for many residents. The area’s natural amenities—Pueblo Mountain Park, San Isabel National Forest, and the Wet Mountains—are a draw for families who value outdoor recreation.
Overall, Beulah Elementary offers a small, close-knit elementary experience in a rural setting with a four-day school week. Academic performance is mixed, with stronger English language arts results and softer math outcomes, and overall proficiency lands above the midpoint among county peers. Families who are looking for a quiet, low-density community with a small school footprint and who are comfortable with the commuting and schedule realities of this part of Pueblo County will find Beulah Elementary a straightforward fit. Those seeking a wider range of programs, more diverse peer environments, or a traditional five-day schedule may want to explore other options in the county.
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