Best 80601 Colorado Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,863 students in 80601, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80601, CO are Eagle Ridge Academy, Horizon High School and Brighton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80601 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80601, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80601 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Horizon High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80601, CO Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Ridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3551 Southern Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 345-4380
Gr: 9-12 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Horizon High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5321 East 136th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 972-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,966 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Brighton High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
270 South 8th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,733 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Innovations & Options
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
830 Bridge Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-2850
Gr: 6-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
27j Online Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
89 N. 6th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-2527
Gr: 6-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 80601 Colorado

80601, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1850 Egbert Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 685-5475
Gr: 9-12
89 N 6th Ave
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 685-5490
Gr: PK | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
5321 East 136th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 972-4574
Gr: PK | 36 students Minority enrollment: 11%
3551 East Southern St
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-0773
Gr: 9-12
4700 East Bromley Ln
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 637-9234
Gr: K-12
89 North 6th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80601, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80601, CO include Eagle Ridge Academy, Horizon High School and Brighton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80601?
5 public high schools are located in 80601.
What is the racial composition of students in 80601?
80601 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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