Below Average
#1359 of 1,815 schools in CO
Innovations & Options
High School · School District 27J
830 BRIDGE STREET, Brighton, CO 80601
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,359 of 1,815
In Brighton
#6 of 17
public schools
In district
#12 of 31
School District 27J
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Innovations & Options
High School in Brighton · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Bright Beginnings
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About Innovations & Options
Innovations & Options is a public high school in Brighton, CO, part of School District 27J. Innovations & Options serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Innovations & Options has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,359 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Innovations & Options show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- CO avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Innovations & Options sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Innovations & Options runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
69% of students at Innovations & Options 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
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Innovations & Options — Students at Innovations & Options score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.7/10.
How Innovations & Options Compares
See how Innovations & Options performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
830 BRIDGE STREET, Brighton, CO 80601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Innovations & Options may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Eagle Ridge Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brighton High School (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Prairie View High School (rated 5.1/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Henderson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brighton, see our Brighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bright Beginnings Brighton | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| 27J Online Academy Brighton | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| South Elementary School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Vikan Middle School Brighton | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brighton | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Southeast Elementary School Brighton | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Northeast Elementary School Brighton | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| BRIGHTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Brighton | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Overland Trail Middle School Brighton | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Eagle Ridge Academy Brighton | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Mary E Pennock Elementary School Brighton | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ELMWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Brighton | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Foundations Academy Brighton | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Bromley East Charter School Brighton | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Elaine S. Padilla Elementary School Brighton | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Meadow Ridge Elementary School Lochbuie | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Henderson Elementary School Henderson | 4.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Prairie View Middle School Henderson | 5.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Prairie View High School Henderson | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,031
Median Home Value
$471,900
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
41,301
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ignacio High School Ignacio, CO | 5.0 |
| The Bijou School Colorado Springs, CO | 5.0 |
| Vista Academy Denver, CO | 5.0 |
| Excel Academy Denver, CO | 4.8 |
| Walsenburg Jr. Sr. High School Walsenburg, CO | 5.1 |
| R-5 High School Grand Junction, CO | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Innovations & Options
What grades does Innovations & Options serve?
Innovations & Options serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Innovations & Options?
Innovations & Options has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovations & Options?
The student-teacher ratio at Innovations & Options is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Innovations & Options rank in CO?
Innovations & Options ranks #1,359 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Innovations & Options's MySchoolScout rating?
Innovations & Options has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Innovations & Options?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Innovations & Options has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Innovations & Options a charter school?
No, Innovations & Options is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Innovations & Options a Title I school?
No, Innovations & Options is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Adams County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.5%
- Phone
- (303) 655-2850
- 4-Year Graduation
- 57.0%
Resources & Links
District
School District 27J- District Enrollment
- 23,139
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,854
- District Rank
- #12 of 31
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