Best 81224 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 400 students in 81224, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 81224, CO is Crested Butte Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 81224 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81224, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81224 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Crested Butte Secondary School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81224, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crested Butte Secondary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
818 Red Lady Avenue
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 641-7720
Gr: 6-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81224, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81224, CO include Crested Butte Secondary School.
How many public high schools are located in 81224?
1 public high schools are located in 81224.
What is the racial composition of students in 81224?
81224 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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