For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,261 students in 80227, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80227, CO are Bear Creek High School, John F Kennedy High School and Summit Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80227 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80227, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80227 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bear Creek High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80227, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Creek High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9800 West Dartmouth Place
Denver, CO 80227
(303) 982-8855
Denver, CO 80227
(303) 982-8855
Gr: 9-12 | 1,344 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
John F Kennedy High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2855 South Lamar Street
Denver, CO 80227
(720) 423-4300
Denver, CO 80227
(720) 423-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Summit Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5590 W Evans Ave.
Denver, CO 80227
(720) 424-2400
Denver, CO 80227
(720) 424-2400
Gr: 6-12 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80227, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80227, CO include Bear Creek High School, John F Kennedy High School and Summit Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 80227?
3 public high schools are located in 80227.
What is the racial composition of students in 80227?
80227 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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