Serving 410 students in grades 9-12, William Smith 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Smith High School's attendance zone is located in Aurora, CO, covering an area of 117.1 square miles that encompasses the entire school district. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 11.6 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Smith High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
William Smith High School's student population of 410 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are CREW not PASSENGERS!
School Rankings
William Smith High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Smith High School is 0.38, 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
#1494 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
78%
37%
Black
6%
5%
White
10%
49%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.7%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Smith High School's ranking?
William Smith High School is ranked #1494 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are William Smith High School often compared to?
William Smith High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Peak 9-12 Preparatory, New Legacy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Smith High School?
The graduation rate of William Smith High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend William Smith High School?
410 students attend William Smith High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of William Smith High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Smith High School?
William Smith High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Smith High School offer ?
William Smith High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Smith High School part of?
William Smith High School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
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