For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 96 students in 80653, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 80653, CO is Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 80653 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80653, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80653 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80653, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Gr: 7-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80653, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80653, CO include Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80653?
1 public high schools are located in 80653.
What is the racial composition of students in 80653?
80653 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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