For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 183 students in 80421, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 80421, CO is Platte Canyon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 80421 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80421, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80421 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Platte Canyon 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80421, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platte Canyon High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
57243 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Gr: 9-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80421, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80421, CO include Platte Canyon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80421?
1 public high schools are located in 80421.
What is the racial composition of students in 80421?
80421 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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