For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,821 students in 80016, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80016, CO are Grandview High School and Cherokee Trail High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80016 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80016, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80016 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cherokee Trail High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80016, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grandview High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
20500 East Arapahoe Road
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-6500
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,762 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Trail High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25901 Arapahoe Parkway
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-1900
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 3,059 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80016, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80016, CO include Grandview High School and Cherokee Trail High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80016?
2 public high schools are located in 80016.
What is the racial composition of students in 80016?
80016 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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