Coloradoโ€บArapahoe Countyโ€บAuroraโ€บHigh Schools

Best High Schools in Aurora, Colorado

Compare 16 high schools in Aurora. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

16
High Schools
Public & Charter Schools
73,720
Total Students
Across Aurora
17.5:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
16 schools found

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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๐ŸŽฏ Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)10 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)3 Schools
๐Ÿ’ก Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • โœ“0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • โœ“Largest student enrollment is 3,089 students at Cherokee Trail High School.
  • โœ“Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
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About High Schools in Aurora

Aurora, Colorado offers 16 high schools providing comprehensive education for students preparing for college and careers. These schools offer diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and advanced placement courses.

New Legacy Charter School

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
2091 North Dayton Street, Aurora, CO 80010
N/A
Rating
Students
96
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Colorado Early Colleges Aurora

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
1400 S Abilene St., Aurora, CO 80012
N/A
Rating
Students
567
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Aurora Central Campus

publichighPK-12
11700 East 11Th Ave, Aurora, CO 80010
N/A
Rating
Students
2,468
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Hinkley High School

publichighGrade 9-12
1250 Chambers Road, Aurora, CO 80011
N/A
Rating
Students
1,527
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Gateway High School

publichighGrade 9-12
1300 South Sable Blvd, Aurora, CO 80012
N/A
Rating
Students
1,748
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

William Smith High School

publichighGrade 9-12
400 Airport Blvd, Aurora, CO 80011
N/A
Rating
Students
410
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Aurora West College Preparatory Academy

publichighGrade 6-12
10100 East 13Th Ave, Aurora, CO 80010
N/A
Rating
Students
927
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Rangeview High School

publichighGrade 9-12
17599 East Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 80013
N/A
Rating
Students
2,078
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Lotus School For Excellence

charter schoolhighK-12
11001-A East Alameda Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
N/A
Rating
Students
1,008
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Vista Peak 9-12 Preparatory

publichighGrade 9-12
24500 East 6Th Avenue, Aurora, CO 80018
N/A
Rating
Students
2,045
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Vanguard Classical School - East

charter schoolhighK-12
17101 East Ohio Drive, Aurora, CO 80017
N/A
Rating
Students
690
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Aurora Science & Tech High School

publichighGrade 9-11
2540 North Scranton Court, Aurora, CO 80045
N/A
Rating
Students
434
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Smoky Hill High School

publichighGrade 9-12
16100 East Smoky Hill Road, Aurora, CO 80015
N/A
Rating
Students
2,297
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Overland High School

publichighGrade 9-12
12400 East Jewell Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
N/A
Rating
Students
2,228
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Grandview High School

publichighGrade 9-12
20500 East Arapahoe Road, Aurora, CO 80016
N/A
Rating
Students
2,684
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Cherokee Trail High School

publichighGrade 9-12
25901 Arapahoe Parkway, Aurora, CO 80016
N/A
Rating
Students
3,089
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many high schools are in Aurora, Colorado?

There are several high schools in Aurora, offering diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and college preparation courses.

What is the best high school in Aurora?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated high schools in Aurora include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all high schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Aurora?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Aurora is 17.5:1.