Best 81650 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 839 students in 81650, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 81650, CO is Rifle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 81650 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81650, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81650 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rifle High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81650, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rifle High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1350 Prefontaine Ave
Rifle, CO 81650
(970) 665-7725
Gr: 9-12 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81650 Colorado

81650, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
703 Railroad Ave
Rifle, CO 81650
(970) 625-7895
Gr: 6-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 308:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81650, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81650, CO include Rifle High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81650?
1 public high schools are located in 81650.
What is the racial composition of students in 81650?
81650 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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