Battle Mountain High School is a secondary school in Eagle County, Colorado, United States. The school was originally built in 1975 in the town of Eagle-Vail. Prior to that, it was a combined middle school/high school near Battle Mountain Pass, close to the town of Minturn.
Serving 916 students in grades 9-12, Battle Mountain High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battle Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Battle Mountain High School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
916 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Battle Mountain High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Mountain High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#697 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
60%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
49%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Mountain High School's ranking?
Battle Mountain High School is ranked #697 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Battle Mountain High School often compared to?
Battle Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Valley High School, Red Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battle Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Battle Mountain High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Battle Mountain High School?
916 students attend Battle Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Battle Mountain High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battle Mountain High School?
Battle Mountain High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Battle Mountain High School offer ?
Battle Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Mountain High School part of?
Battle Mountain High School is part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50.
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