For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,431 students in 80224, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 80224, CO are George Washington High School and Delta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 80224 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80224, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80224 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is George Washington High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80224, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Washington High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
655 South Monaco Pkwy
Denver, CO 80224
(720) 423-8600
Denver, CO 80224
(720) 423-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,326 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Delta High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
655 South Monaco Parkway
Denver, CO 80224
(720) 423-8740
Denver, CO 80224
(720) 423-8740
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 80224, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 80224, CO include George Washington High School and Delta High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80224?
2 public high schools are located in 80224.
What is the racial composition of students in 80224?
80224 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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