For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 629 students in 81647, CO.
The top ranked public high school in 81647, CO is Coal Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 81647 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81647, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81647 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is equal to the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Coal Ridge High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81647, CO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Coal Ridge High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35947 Highway 6
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 625-6700
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 625-6700
Grades: 9-12
| 629 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 81647, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 81647, CO include Coal Ridge High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81647?
1 public high schools are located in 81647.
What is the racial composition of students in 81647?
81647 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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