For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 441 students in Salida, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in Salida, CO are Salida High School and Horizons Exploratory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salida, CO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Salida have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public high schools.
Salida, CO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salida High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Salida, CO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salida High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26 Jones Avenue
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5400
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Horizons Exploratory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 E 9th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5252
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5252
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Salida, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Salida, CO include Salida High School and Horizons Exploratory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Salida?
2 public high schools are located in Salida.
What is the racial composition of students in Salida?
Salida public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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