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Best 81005 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,364 students in 81005, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 81005, CO are South High School and Paragon Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81005 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81005, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81005 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81005, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 Hollywood Drive
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7255
Gr: 9-12 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Paragon Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3000 Lakeview Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 423-3570
Gr: 9-12 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81005 Colorado

81005, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3000 Lakeview
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7555
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81005, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81005, CO include South High School and Paragon Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 81005?
2 public high schools are located in 81005.
What is the racial composition of students in 81005?
81005 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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