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Best 80203 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 610 students in 80203, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80203, CO are Denver Justice High School, Emily Griffith High School and Contemporary Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80203 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80203, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80203 have a Graduation Rate of 18%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Contemporary Learning Academy, with 30-39% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80203, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Denver Justice High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
300 E. 9th Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 480-5610
Gr: 9-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Emily Griffith High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1860 Lincoln St.
Denver, CO 80203
(720) 423-4901
Gr: 9-12 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Contemporary Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
200 E. 9th Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
(720) 423-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 80203 Colorado

80203, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
7243 Eastlawn Dr
Denver, CO 80203
(513) 389-0968
Gr: K-6 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80203, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80203, CO include Denver Justice High School, Emily Griffith High School and Contemporary Learning Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 80203?
3 public high schools are located in 80203.
What is the racial composition of students in 80203?
80203 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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