Best 80602 Colorado Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,784 students in 80602, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 80602, CO is Riverdale Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 80602 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80602, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80602 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverdale Ridge High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80602, CO Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverdale Ridge High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
13380 Yosemite Street
Brighton, CO 80602
(303) 655-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,784 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80602, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80602, CO include Riverdale Ridge High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80602?
1 public high schools are located in 80602.
What is the racial composition of students in 80602?
80602 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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