Arvada High School is a public secondary school operated by Jefferson County School District R-1 in Arvada, Colorado, United States.
Serving 754 students in grades 9-12, Arvada 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arvada High School serves the northeast part of Arvada, CO, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arvada High School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1900
School Motto
Home of the Bulldogs
School Rankings
Arvada High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arvada High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1524 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
62%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82.7%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arvada High School's ranking?
Arvada High School is ranked #1524 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Arvada High School often compared to?
Arvada High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arvada West High School, Pomona Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arvada High School?
The graduation rate of Arvada High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Arvada High School?
754 students attend Arvada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Arvada High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arvada High School?
Arvada High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arvada High School offer ?
Arvada High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arvada High School part of?
Arvada High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Arvada High School located?
Arvada High School is located in the Scenic Heights neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Scenic Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Last day to submit a Senior Portrait without a fee
October 30, 2026 (Friday)
Last day to submit Senior Recognition ads
November 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
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