For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,069 students in 81526, CO.
The top ranked public high school in 81526, CO is Palisade High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 81526 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81526, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 81526 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palisade High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81526, CO ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palisade High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3679 G Road
Palisade, CO 81526
(970) 254-4800
Palisade, CO 81526
(970) 254-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,069 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 81526, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 81526, CO include Palisade High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81526?
1 public high schools are located in 81526.
What is the racial composition of students in 81526?
81526 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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