Serving 759 students in grades 9-12, Arvada High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arvada High School's student population of 759 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arvada High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arvada High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1476 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
60%
35%
Black
2%
4%
White
32%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arvada High School's ranking?
Arvada High School is ranked #1476 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Arvada High School often compared to?
Arvada High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arvada West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arvada High School?
The graduation rate of Arvada High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Arvada High School?
759 students attend Arvada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Arvada High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arvada High School?
Arvada High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arvada High School offer ?
Arvada High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arvada High School part of?
Arvada High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Arvada High School located?
Arvada High School is located in the Scenic Heights neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Scenic Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Seniors' last day
May 10, 2024 (Friday)
First day of Summer School
May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last day of Summer School
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
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