Animas High School in Durango, CO. is pleased to announce the school’s selection as a 2011 John Irwin Schools of Excellence award winner. This prestigious award recognizes the highest-performing and most-improved public schools in the state as determined by CO. School Accountability Reports. The annual reports rate schools on academic performance and growth based on standardized test results. The Irwin School of Excellence award is granted to the top 8% of all elementary, middle and high schools in the state of Colorado.
Animas High School, a free public charter school of choice, is in year three of operation serving 181 students in grades 9 through 11. Animas will open enrollment for next year’s 9th grade, the Class of 2016, on Monday, January 2, 2012. For more information about Animas High School, please visit the school’s website at www.animashighschool.com or call 970-AHS-AHS4 to set up a tour, learn about upcoming enrollment events or receive more information about Animas High.
"Once again our students have demonstrated that they are capable of amazing outcomes. Whether it’s through project based learning, community exhibitions or their performance on annual state assessments, our school continues to raise the bar related to student achievement, growth and success."
-Michael Ackerman, Head of School, Animas High School
"Congratulations on AHS earning the prestigious Irwin Award. You’ve set a new standard of excellence for your wonderful school!"
-Mark Hyatt, Executive Director, Colorado Charter School Institute
