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Best 81402 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,673 students in 81402, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 81402, CO are Peak Virtual Academy, Montrose High School and Vista Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81402 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81402, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81402 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Montrose High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81402, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peak Virtual Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
526 N. 6th Street
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-7726
Gr: K-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Montrose High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
600 South Selig Avenue
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-6636
Gr: 9-12 | 1,275 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Vista Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1810 St. Mary Drive
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-4470
Gr: 9-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81402 Colorado

81402, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 10,000
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2944
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81402, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81402, CO include Peak Virtual Academy, Montrose High School and Vista Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 81402?
3 public high schools are located in 81402.
What is the racial composition of students in 81402?
81402 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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