For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,311 students in 81005, CO.
The top ranked public high schools in 81005, CO are South High School and Paragon Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81005 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 81005, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81005 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81005, CO Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Hollywood Drive
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7255
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7255
Grades: 9-12
| 947 students
Rank: #22.
Paragon Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Lakeview Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 423-3570
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 423-3570
Grades: 9-12
| 364 students
81005, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3000 Lakeview
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7555
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7555
Grades: PK-5
| 320 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 81005, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 81005, CO include South High School and Paragon Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 81005, CO?
2 public high schools are located in 81005, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in 81005, CO?
81005, CO public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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