Serving 1,174 students in grades 9-12, Mead High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 1,174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mead High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mead High School's student population of 1,174 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are an inclusive community that is civically and academically engaged. We foster a love of learning through collaboration, communication and innovation. We prepare students for the ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Mead 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 Mead High School is 0.47, 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
#348 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
49%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mavericks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mead High School's ranking?
Mead High School is ranked #348 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mead High School often compared to?
Mead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mead High School?
The graduation rate of Mead High School is 98%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mead High School?
1,174 students attend Mead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mead High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mead High School?
Mead High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mead High School offer ?
Mead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mead High School part of?
Mead High School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
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