For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 424 students in 80461, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 80461, CO is Lake County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80461 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80461, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80461 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake County High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80461, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 West 4th Street
Leadville, CO 80461
(719) 486-6950
Leadville, CO 80461
(719) 486-6950
Gr: 7-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Cloud City High School
Alternative School
1000 4th Street
Leadville, CO 80461
(719) 486-6980
Leadville, CO 80461
(719) 486-6980
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80461, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80461, CO include Lake County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80461?
2 public high schools are located in 80461.
What is the racial composition of students in 80461?
80461 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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