Serving 2,109 students in grades 9-12, Overland 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 22% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,109 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Overland High School's student population of 2,109 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overland 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 Overland High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1023 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
42%
35%
Black
28%
5%
White
18%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Overland High School's ranking?
Overland High School is ranked #1023 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Overland High School often compared to?
Overland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Overland High School?
The graduation rate of Overland High School is 85%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Overland High School?
2,109 students attend Overland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Overland High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overland High School?
Overland High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Overland High School offer ?
Overland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Overland High School part of?
Overland High School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Overland High School located?
Overland High School is located in the Heather Ridge neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Heather Ridge.
School Calendar
View the Overland High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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