Serving 1,948 students in grades 9-12, Hinkley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hinkley High School's student population of 1,948 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hinkley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinkley High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1401 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
75%
35%
Black
11%
4%
White
4%
52%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinkley High School's ranking?
Hinkley High School is ranked #1401 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hinkley High School often compared to?
Hinkley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rangeview High School, Aurora Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hinkley High School?
The graduation rate of Hinkley High School is 70%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hinkley High School?
1,948 students attend Hinkley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hinkley High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hinkley High School?
Hinkley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hinkley High School offer ?
Hinkley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hinkley High School part of?
Hinkley High School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Hinkley High School located?
Hinkley High School is located in the Laredo Highline neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Laredo Highline.
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