Arvada West High School, nicknamed A-West, is a public secondary school in Arvada, Colorado, United States. Opened in 1963, it is one of four high schools in Arvada. It is part of the Jefferson County School District.
Serving 1,923 students in grades 9-12, Arvada West High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arvada West High School serves the northern part of Arvada, CO, covering an area of approximately 16.3 square miles. Most students typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arvada West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arvada West High School's student population of 1,923 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,923 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Campus Size
23 acres (9.3 ha)
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Arvada West High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arvada West High School is 0.45, 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
#376 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
School Mascot
Willie The Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arvada West High School's ranking?
Arvada West High School is ranked #376 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Arvada West High School often compared to?
Arvada West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralston Valley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arvada West High School?
The graduation rate of Arvada West High School is 93%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Arvada West High School?
1,923 students attend Arvada West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Arvada West High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arvada West High School?
Arvada West High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arvada West High School offer ?
Arvada West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arvada West High School part of?
Arvada West High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Arvada West High School located?
Arvada West High School is located in the Allendale Area neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Allendale Area.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The honors classes are stressful but they are amazing. It's the right amount of work (for the most part) and the teachers are fantastic. Arvada west has a great soccer program but tend to focus on football too much, even if the football team isn't that great.'like this year..
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