Colorado High School is a public high school located in Colorado City, Texas, United States and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Colorado Independent School District. The high school serves students from areas in Mitchell County.
Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Colorado High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: COLORADO H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Colorado City, TX, covering approximately 434.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 27.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colorado High School's student population of 228 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 94% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colorado High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colorado High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4799 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Hispanic
52%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
44%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wolf Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado High School's ranking?
Colorado High School is ranked #4799 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colorado High School?
The graduation rate of Colorado High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Colorado High School?
228 students attend Colorado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Colorado High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Colorado High School offer ?
Colorado High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Colorado High School part of?
Colorado High School is part of Colorado Independent School District.
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