For the 2025-26 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.
Public 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.
Public 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 Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,069 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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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