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Estes Park High School

High School · Estes Park School District R-3

1600 MANFORD AVENUE, Estes Park, CO 80517

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#727 of 1,815

In Estes Park

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Estes Park School District R-3

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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6.8/10

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About Estes Park High School

Estes Park High School is a public high school in Estes Park, CO, part of Estes Park School District R-3. Estes Park High School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Estes Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Estes Park High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.3 pts above CO schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Estes Park 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 Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation24.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,084
Chronic Absenteeism50.2%

Estes Park High School — Students at Estes Park High School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (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
72%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
17%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Estes Park High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in CO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.6/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
16
9 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
24.5% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
9 boys'·7 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

1600 MANFORD AVENUE, Estes Park, CO 80517

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Estes Park High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lyons Middle/Senior High School (rated 8.3/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Lyons), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TARA PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 25.0 miles away, in nearby Boulder), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Estes Park, see our Estes Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Estes Park Middle School Estes Park 0.1 mi 6.4
Estes Park K-5 School Estes Park 0.1 mi 5.2
EAGLE ROCK SCHOOL & PDC Estes Park 2.5 mi
Lyons Elementary School Lyons 15.5 mi 8.9
Jamestown Elementary School Jamestown 18.5 mi
Lyons Middle/Senior High School Lyons 16.2 mi 8.3
Big Thompson Elementary School Loveland 16.4 mi 7.4
Gold Hill Elementary School Gold Hill 21.6 mi
BOULDER SUDBURY SCHOOL Longmont 20.6 mi
Hygiene Elementary School Longmont 20.8 mi 8.8
Loveland Classical School Loveland 19.2 mi 6.9
Namaqua Elementary School Loveland 19.4 mi 6.0
Ponderosa Elementary Loveland 20.1 mi 7.9
SHINING MOUNTAIN WALDORF SCHOOL Boulder 24.4 mi 6.9
Walt Clark Middle School Loveland 20.1 mi 5.8
Westview Middle School Longmont 21.9 mi 7.0
JARROW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder 25.0 mi 6.1
Sarah Milner Elementary School Loveland 20.4 mi 3.8
Crest View Elementary School Boulder 24.9 mi 7.2
TARA PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Boulder 25.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,659

Median Home Value

$670,200

Median Rent

$1,451/mo

Population

10,093

College Educated

54.6%

Homeownership

79.2%

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

58.1

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School Rating
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Holyoke Senior High School Holyoke, CO 6.7
Miami-Yoder Middle/High School Rush, CO 6.7
Rye High School Rye, CO 6.7
Crested Butte Secondary School Crested Butte, CO 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Estes Park High School

What grades does Estes Park High School serve?

Estes Park High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Estes Park High School?

Estes Park High School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Estes Park High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Estes Park High School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Estes Park High School rank in CO?

Estes Park High School ranks #727 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Estes Park High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Estes Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Estes Park High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Estes Park High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Estes Park High School a charter school?

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

Is Estes Park High School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Estes Park High School?

42.7% of students at Estes Park High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Larimer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.2%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Estes Park School District R-3
District Enrollment
971
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,084
District Rank
#1 of 3

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