William C. Hinkley High School or simply Hinkley High School is a public high school in Aurora, Colorado, United States. It is one of eight high schools in Aurora Public Schools. In 2007, Hinkley was ranked within the top 1000 public high schools in the United States by Newsweek.
Serving 1,584 students in grades 9-12, Hinkley High School 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 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinkley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hinkley High School's student population of 1,584 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hinkley High School 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 Hinkley High School is 0.41, 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
#1272 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
76%
36%
Black
12%
5%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunder
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinkley High School's ranking?
Hinkley High School is ranked #1272 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hinkley High School often compared to?
Hinkley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rangeview High School, Aurora Central Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hinkley High School?
The graduation rate of Hinkley High School is 70%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hinkley High School?
1,584 students attend Hinkley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hinkley High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hinkley High School?
Hinkley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hinkley High School offer ?
Hinkley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hinkley High School part of?
Hinkley High School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Hinkley High School located?
Hinkley High School is located in the Laredo Highline neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Laredo Highline.
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