Rangeview High School is a public high school in Aurora, Colorado, United States. It is the second newest of five high schools in Aurora Public Schools. The school offers a variety of Advanced Placement courses. The school is being used as a polling station and was featured on CNN, with Dan Simon reporting.
Serving 2,117 students in grades 9-12, Rangeview 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 23% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rangeview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rangeview High School's student population of 2,117 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rangeview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rangeview High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#932 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
50%
36%
Black
20%
5%
White
16%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rangeview High School's ranking?
Rangeview High School is ranked #932 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rangeview High School often compared to?
Rangeview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway High School, Vista Peak 9-12 Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rangeview High School?
The graduation rate of Rangeview High School is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Rangeview High School?
2,117 students attend Rangeview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rangeview High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rangeview High School?
Rangeview High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rangeview High School offer ?
Rangeview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rangeview High School part of?
Rangeview High School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Rangeview High School located?
Rangeview High School is located in the Aurora Highlands neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Aurora Highlands.
School Reviews
5 9/30/2019
love this school, this school is the best.
2 5/3/2011
Quality of Academics - when a teacher provides answers to a test and allows multiple do-over's there is no quality. Academic or Athletic Awards - students with failing grades are allowed to participate in events.
Facilities and School Accountability - non-existent.
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