Serving 398 students in grades 6-12, Hidden Lake 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 33% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidden Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hidden Lake High School's student population of 398 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hidden Lake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hidden Lake High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1689 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
76%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
33%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidden Lake High School's ranking?
Hidden Lake High School is ranked #1689 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hidden Lake High School often compared to?
Hidden Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren Technical, Liberty School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hidden Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Hidden Lake High School is 33%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hidden Lake High School?
398 students attend Hidden Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hidden Lake High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidden Lake High School?
Hidden Lake High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hidden Lake High School offer ?
Hidden Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hidden Lake High School part of?
Hidden Lake High School is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Hidden Lake High School located?
Hidden Lake High School is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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