North Fork High School

438 Bulldog St
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, North Fork High School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 278 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : 90-94% (Top 20% in CO)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Fork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute

School Overview

North Fork High School's student population of 278 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

North Fork High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fork High School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (CO)
#655 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
25-29%
32%
55-59%
45%
(20-21)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
90-94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Fork High School's ranking?
North Fork High School is ranked #655 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Fork High School?
The graduation rate of North Fork High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend North Fork High School?
278 students attend North Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of North Fork High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Fork High School?
North Fork High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Fork High School offer ?
North Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Fork High School part of?
North Fork High School is part of Delta County Joint District No. 50 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 278 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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