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Best 80219 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,716 students in 80219, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80219, CO are Respect Academy, Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy and Rocky Mountain Prep Smart. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80219 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80219, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80219 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80219, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Respect Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2285 South Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 423-5228
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2250 South Quitman Way
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0200
Gr: K-12 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3201 W. Arizona Ave
Denver, CO 80219
(303) 962-9880
Gr: 9-12 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Excel Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1825 S. Federal Blvd.
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-2250
Gr: 9-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Abraham Lincoln High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2285 South Federal Boulevard
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 423-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 992 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 80219 Colorado

80219, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
D P S Night High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
2285 South Federal Boulevard
Denver, CO 80219
(303) 727-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Kepner Middle School (Closed 2023)
911 South Hazel Court
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0000
Gr: 8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Kunsmiller Middle School (Closed 2010)
2250 South Quitman Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0200
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Strive Prep - Kepner (Closed 2023)
Charter School
911 South Hazel Court
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 485-6394
Gr: 6-8 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80219, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80219, CO include Respect Academy, Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy and Rocky Mountain Prep Smart.
How many public high schools are located in 80219?
5 public high schools are located in 80219.
What is the racial composition of students in 80219?
80219 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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