Best 80205 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 1,552 students in 80205, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80205, CO are Prep Academy, Dsst Cole High School and Riseup Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80205 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80205, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80205 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bruce Randolph School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80205, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prep Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2727 Columbine Street
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 424-8451
Gr: 6-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: #22.
Dsst Cole High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3240 Humboldt Street
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 524-6354
Gr: 9-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Riseup Community School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2342 Broadway St
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 292-1018
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Bruce Randolph School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3955 Steele Street
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 424-1080
Gr: 6-12 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Manual High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 East 28th Avenue
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 423-6300
Gr: 9-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Gilliam Youth Services Center
Alternative School
2844 Downing
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 294-8930
Gr: 5-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
2900 Richard Allen Ct
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 423-7260
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80205, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80205, CO include Prep Academy, Dsst Cole High School and Riseup Community School.
How many public high schools are located in 80205?
7 public high schools are located in 80205.
What is the racial composition of students in 80205?
80205 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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