For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 414 students in 81621, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 81621, CO is Basalt High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 81621 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81621, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81621 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is equal to the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Basalt High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81621, CO Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basalt High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Southside Drive
Basalt, CO 81621
(970) 384-5959
Basalt, CO 81621
(970) 384-5959
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81621, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81621, CO include Basalt High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81621?
1 public high schools are located in 81621.
What is the racial composition of students in 81621?
81621 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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