For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 352 students in 80540, CO.
The top ranked public high school in 80540, CO is Lyons Middle/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 80540 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 80540, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 80540 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lyons Middle/senior High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80540, CO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyons Middle/senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Mcconnell Drive
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6631
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6631
Grades: 6-12
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 80540, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 80540, CO include Lyons Middle/senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 80540?
1 public high schools are located in 80540.
What is the racial composition of students in 80540?
80540 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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