Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, North Fork High School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Fork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Fork High School's student population of 296 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Fork High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fork High School is 0.38, 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
#655 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
77%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Fork High School's ranking?
North Fork High School is ranked #655 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Fork High School?
The graduation rate of North Fork High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend North Fork High School?
296 students attend North Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Fork High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Fork High School?
North Fork High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Fork High School offer ?
North Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Fork High School part of?
North Fork High School is part of Delta County Joint District No. 50 School District.
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