High Schools in Adams 12 Five Star Schools


Summary:

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools district in Colorado is home to 8 high schools serving students in grades 9-12. These schools vary in size, student demographics, academic performance, and overall school rankings, providing families with a range of educational options. While some schools consistently rank among the top in the state, others face challenges in meeting academic benchmarks.

Legacy High School and Horizon High School stand out as the top-performing schools in the district, consistently ranking among the best high schools in Colorado and outperforming the district and state averages on various standardized tests. These schools have relatively low free/reduced lunch rates, suggesting a more affluent student population, which may contribute to their academic success.

In contrast, schools like Northglenn High School, Thornton High School, Vantage Point, and New America School - Thornton face significant challenges in academic achievement, with lower performance on standardized tests and higher free/reduced lunch rates. This disparity highlights the importance of addressing socioeconomic disparities and ensuring equitable access to resources and support for all students within the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district.

District Detail

 1500 E 128th Avenue
Thornton, CO 80241

 (720) 972-4000

SchoolDigger Rank:
53rd of 116 Colorado districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students:

Primary Schools: 34
Middle Schools: 7
High Schools: 8
Alternative Schools: 4
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Colorado Department of Education.

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