Serving 686 students in grades 9-12, Elizabeth High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elizabeth High School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
60
School Rankings
Elizabeth High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
82%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth High School's ranking?
Elizabeth High School is ranked #390 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Elizabeth High School often compared to?
Elizabeth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiowa High School, Simla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elizabeth High School?
The graduation rate of Elizabeth High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Elizabeth High School?
686 students attend Elizabeth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Elizabeth High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth High School?
Elizabeth High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elizabeth High School offer ?
Elizabeth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth High School part of?
Elizabeth High School is part of Elizabeth School District.
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