Wheat Ridge High School is a public secondary school operated by the Jefferson County School District R-1 in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, United States.
Serving 932 students in grades 9-12, Wheat Ridge 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 18:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheat Ridge High School serves the northeast part of Wheat Ridge, CO, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Most families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheat Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wheat Ridge High School's student population of 932 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
932 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1886
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge High School is 0.57, 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. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Farmers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheat Ridge High School's ranking?
Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge High School often compared to?
Wheat Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Wheat Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Wheat Ridge High School is 85%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Wheat Ridge High School?
932 students attend Wheat Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wheat Ridge High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheat Ridge High School?
Wheat Ridge High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wheat Ridge High School offer ?
Wheat Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheat Ridge High School part of?
Wheat Ridge High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Wheat Ridge High School located?
Wheat Ridge High School is located in the Bel Aire neighborhood of Wheat Ridge, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Bel Aire.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
My chief complaint with wheatridge is the indifference and bias that the minority students face. Staff members ignore the holier than thou attitudes & racial comments made by white students. Jefferson county schools can not afford to continuosly play favoritism to the "priviledged".
5 10/10/2025
I'm a 3rd generation student. Quite frankly its a typical american high school. Yes there are fights every once in awhile but hey! that happens every where. Amazing sports programs are here including the best staff ever:) PTA is a little low on the participation but oh well! Overall Farmers forever! :)
5 10/10/2025
Excellent school with excellent teachers who really care about the students!!!!!
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