For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,636 students in 81402, CO.
The top ranked public high schools in 81402, CO are Peak Virtual Academy, Montrose High School and Vista Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81402 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 81402, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81402 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Peak Virtual Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81402, CO Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peak Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
526 N. 6th Street
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-7726
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-7726
Grades: K-12
| 214 students
Rank: #22.
Montrose High School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 South Selig Avenue
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-6636
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-6636
Grades: 9-12
| 1,261 students
Rank: #33.
Vista Charter School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1810 St. Mary Drive
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-4470
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-4470
Grades: 9-12
| 161 students
81402, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Vista Adult High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
P O Box 10,000
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2944
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2944
Grades: 9-12
| 102 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 81402, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 81402, CO include Peak Virtual Academy, Montrose High School and Vista Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 81402?
3 public high schools are located in 81402.
What is the racial composition of students in 81402?
81402 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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