Best Schools in Ault, Colorado
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Highland High School
High · Weld County School District No. Re-9. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Highland Middle School
Middle · Weld County School District No. Re-9. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$403,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$403,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ault
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highland High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Highland Middle School | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $84,598
- Median home value
- $403,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ault compares
Median household income
$85k
98% of Colorado median
About Schools in Ault, Colorado
Ault, Colorado is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Ault show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ault is Highland High School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ault is served by 1 school district: Weld County School District No. Re-9. These districts collectively serve 960 students.
Ault's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,598. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 237 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 291 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Ault
Ault, Colorado · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$84,598
Median Home Value
$403,300
Median Rent
$973/mo
Population
4,175
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Ault has a median household income of $84,598. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $403,300, with a median rent of $973/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Colorado
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Ault, Colorado
How many schools are in Ault, Colorado?
Ault has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ault, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ault is 5.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ault, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Ault on MySchoolScout is Highland High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Ault, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Ault on MySchoolScout is Highland Middle School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Ault, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Ault on MySchoolScout is Highland High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Ault, Colorado?
Ault is served by 1 school district: Weld County School District No. Re-9.
What is the education level in Ault, Colorado?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Ault have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ault, Colorado?
The median household income in Ault is approximately $84,598 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ault, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ault is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ault, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.