Serving 363 students in grades 6-12, Hidden Lake Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Vocational school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 363 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 33% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidden Lake Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hidden Lake Secondary's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hidden Lake Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hidden Lake Secondary is 0.33, 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
#1689 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
81%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
33%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Hidden Lake Secondary's ranking?
Hidden Lake Secondary is ranked #1689 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hidden Lake Secondary often compared to?
Hidden Lake Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Warren Technical, Liberty School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hidden Lake Secondary?
The graduation rate of Hidden Lake Secondary is 33%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hidden Lake Secondary?
363 students attend Hidden Lake Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hidden Lake Secondary students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidden Lake Secondary?
Hidden Lake Secondary has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hidden Lake Secondary offer ?
Hidden Lake Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Hidden Lake Secondary part of?
Hidden Lake Secondary is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Hidden Lake Secondary located?
Hidden Lake Secondary is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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