For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 6,202 students in Arvada, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in Arvada, CO are Ralston Valley Senior High School, Arvada West High School and Pomona High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arvada, CO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Arvada have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public high schools.
Arvada, CO public high school 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Arvada, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ralston Valley Senior High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13355 West 80th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-5600
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,875 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
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 | 1,878 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Pomona High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8101 West Pomona Drive
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0710
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0710
Gr: 9-12 | 1,022 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Two Roads Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6980 Pierce Street
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 423-3377
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 423-3377
Gr: PK-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Doral Academy Of Colorado
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Wadsworth Blvd
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 250-3627
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 250-3627
Gr: K-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Early College Of Arvada
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4905 West 60th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 935-5473
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 935-5473
Gr: 6-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
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 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Warren Tech North
Vocational School
11325 Allendale Drive
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-9360
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-9360
Gr: 11-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Arvada, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5900 Oak Street
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1165
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1165
Gr: PK-5 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
5751 Balsam Street
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1240
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1240
Gr: K-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
6500 Oak Street
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1440
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1440
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
6250 Independence Street
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1640
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-1640
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
8455 West 88th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0400
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0400
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
5800 West 84th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 982-9890
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 982-9890
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
6495 Carr Street
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-0590
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 982-0590
Gr: K-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
7750 Harlan Street
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 982-9933
Arvada, CO 80003
(303) 982-9933
Gr: K-5 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Arvada, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Arvada, CO include Ralston Valley Senior High School, Arvada West High School and Pomona High School.
How many public high schools are located in Arvada?
8 public high schools are located in Arvada.
What is the racial composition of students in Arvada?
Arvada public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Arvada are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Arvada include: Arvada West High School vs. Ralston Valley Senior High School, Ralston Valley Senior High School vs. Arvada West High School, Pomona High School vs. Arvada West High School