Serving 2,133 students in grades 9-12, Smoky Hill 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 30% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoky Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Smoky Hill High School's student population of 2,133 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smoky Hill High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoky Hill High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
27%
35%
Black
18%
4%
White
40%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Hill High School's ranking?
Smoky Hill High School is ranked #645 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Smoky Hill High School often compared to?
Smoky Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview High School, Cherry Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smoky Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Smoky Hill High School is 92%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Smoky Hill High School?
2,133 students attend Smoky Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Smoky Hill High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smoky Hill High School?
Smoky Hill High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smoky Hill High School offer ?
Smoky Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Smoky Hill High School part of?
Smoky Hill High School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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