Smoky Hill High School, commonly Smoky or SHHS, is located in Aurora, Colorado, United States. It has an attendance of 2,133. Smoky Hill is part of the Cherry Creek School District and was the second high school built by the district in 1974.
Serving 2,281 students in grades 9-12, Smoky Hill High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoky Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Smoky Hill High School's student population of 2,281 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Green, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride in the PRESENT. Success in the FUTURE. The BUFFALO WAY.
School Mascot
Buffalo
School Rankings
Smoky Hill High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoky Hill High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
32%
36%
Black
17%
5%
White
36%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buffalo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Hill High School's ranking?
Smoky Hill High School is ranked #584 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Smoky Hill High School often compared to?
Smoky Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview High School, Cherry Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smoky Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Smoky Hill High School is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Smoky Hill High School?
2,281 students attend Smoky Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Smoky Hill High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smoky Hill High School?
Smoky Hill High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smoky Hill High School offer ?
Smoky Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoky Hill High School part of?
Smoky Hill High School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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