For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,861 students in 80917, CO.
The top ranked public high school in 80917, CO is Doherty High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 80917 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80917, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80917 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is equal to the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Doherty High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80917, CO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Doherty High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4515 Barnes Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
(719) 328-6400
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
(719) 328-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,861 students
80917, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Doherty Night School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
4515 Barnes Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
(719) 328-6440
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
(719) 328-6440
Grades: 9-12
| 143 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 80917, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 80917, CO include Doherty High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80917?
1 public high schools are located in 80917.
What is the racial composition of students in 80917?
80917 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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