For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 204 students in 81082, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 81082, CO is Trinidad High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 81082 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81082, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81082 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Trinidad High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81082, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Trinidad High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
816 West Street
Trinidad, CO 81082
(719) 846-2971
Trinidad, CO 81082
(719) 846-2971
Gr: 9-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81082, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81082, CO include Trinidad High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81082?
1 public high schools are located in 81082.
What is the racial composition of students in 81082?
81082 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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