Best 81211 Colorado Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 283 students in 81211, CO.
The top ranked public high schools in 81211, CO are Buena Vista High School and Chaffee County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81211 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81211, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81211 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Buena Vista High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81211, CO Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buena Vista High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
559 Railroad
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 271 students
Rank: #22.
Chaffee County High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
613 East Main Street
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-4064
Grades: 7-12
| 12 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81211 Colorado

81211, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
P O Box 1199
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-4675
Grades: 5-12
| 22 students
613 East Main St
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-4064
Grades: 3-12
| 7 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 81211, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 81211, CO include Buena Vista High School and Chaffee County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81211?
2 public high schools are located in 81211.
What is the racial composition of students in 81211?
81211 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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