Serving 1,060 students in grades 9-12, Summit 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 32% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,060 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit High School's attendance zone covers the entire Frisco, CO school district, encompassing approximately 521.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 13 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 23.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Summit High School's student population of 1,060 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,060 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Summit High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
54%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Yellow
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit High School's ranking?
Summit High School is ranked #602 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Summit High School often compared to?
Summit High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School, Summit Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit High School?
The graduation rate of Summit High School is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Summit High School?
1,060 students attend Summit High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Summit High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Summit High School?
Summit High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit High School offer ?
Summit High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit High School part of?
Summit High School is part of Summit School District No. Re 1.
School Calendar
View the Summit High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
April 19, 2027 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
April 20, 2027 (Tuesday)
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