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#180 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 10% in state

Aspen High School

High School · Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta

235 HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, Aspen, CO 81611

Enrollment

560

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#180 of 1,815

In Aspen

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.4/10

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About Aspen High School

Aspen High School is a public high school in Aspen, CO, part of Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta. Aspen High School serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Aspen High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Aspen High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.9 pts above CO schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

59% of students at Aspen High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation11.4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,544
Chronic Absenteeism59.1%

Aspen High School — Students at Aspen High School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Aspen High School Compares

See how Aspen High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in CO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.7
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
11.4% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·280 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·42 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

235 HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, Aspen, CO 81611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aspen High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Basalt High School (rated 7.7/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Basalt), with a comparable rating. Another option is Bridges (rated 7.3/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), a more accessible option. Additionally, COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Aspen, see our Aspen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Aspen Preschool Aspen 0.1 mi
Aspen Middle School Aspen 0.1 mi 5.3
Aspen Elementary School Aspen 0.1 mi 4.4
ASPEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Aspen 1.0 mi 6.1
Aspen Community Charter School Woody Creek 6.1 mi 6.7
Basalt Middle School Basalt 15.5 mi 5.1
Basalt High School Basalt 15.3 mi 7.7
Basalt Elementary School Basalt 15.7 mi 4.0
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Basalt 17.8 mi 7.5
Crested Butte Secondary School Crested Butte 23.4 mi 6.9
Crested Butte Elementary School Crested Butte 23.4 mi 8.5
WALDORF SCHOOL ON THE ROARING FORK Carbondale 21.5 mi 6.6
Marble Charter School Marble 20.2 mi 5.0
Roaring Fork High School Carbondale 23.4 mi 7.2
Crystal River Elementary School Carbondale 23.7 mi 5.0
Carbondale Middle School Carbondale 23.7 mi 8.1
Ross Montessori School Carbondale 24.1 mi 3.3
Bridges Carbondale 24.1 mi 7.3
Carbondale Community Charter School Carbondale 25.3 mi 4.8
COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Carbondale 25.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,708

Median Home Value

$1,243,500

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

9,232

College Educated

68.2%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

15.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Renaissance Secondary School Castle Rock, CO 8.4
Eagle Ridge Academy Brighton, CO 8.3
James Irwin Charter High School Colorado Springs, CO 8.3
Lyons Middle/Senior High School Lyons, CO 8.3
Power Technical Colorado Springs, CO 8.3
Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School Windsor, CO 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aspen High School

What grades does Aspen High School serve?

Aspen High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Aspen High School?

Aspen High School has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aspen High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Aspen High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aspen High School rank in CO?

Aspen High School ranks #180 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Aspen High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Aspen High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Aspen High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aspen High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Aspen High School a charter school?

No, Aspen High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Aspen High School a Title I school?

No, Aspen High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Pitkin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.1%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
District Enrollment
1,554
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,544
District Rank
#1 of 4

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