Serving 298 students in grades 9-12, Telluride High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telluride High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Telluride High School's student population of 298 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child, every day.
School Rankings
Telluride High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telluride High School is 0.35, 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
#291 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
20%
37%
White
78%
49%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telluride High School's ranking?
Telluride High School is ranked #291 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Telluride High School?
The graduation rate of Telluride High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Telluride High School?
298 students attend Telluride High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Telluride High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Telluride High School?
Telluride High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Telluride High School offer ?
Telluride High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telluride High School part of?
Telluride High School is part of Telluride School District No. R-1.
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