For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,677 students in 80004, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80004, CO are Arvada West High School and Arvada High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80004 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80004, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80004 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Arvada West High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80004, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arvada West High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11595 Allendale Drive
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1303
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1303
Gr: 9-12 | 1,923 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Arvada High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7951 West 65th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-0162
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-0162
Gr: 9-12 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80004, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80004, CO include Arvada West High School and Arvada High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80004?
2 public high schools are located in 80004.
What is the racial composition of students in 80004?
80004 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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