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Severance High School

High School · Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4

1200 HIDDEN VALLEY PARKWAY, Severance, CO 80550

Enrollment

880

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,354 of 1,815

In Severance

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#12 of 12

Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Severance High School

5.0/10

High School in Severance · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Severance Middle School

5.3/10

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6.3/10

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About Severance High School

Severance High School is a public high school in Severance, CO, part of Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4. Severance High School serves approximately 880 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Severance High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,354 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Severance High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Severance High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
College Readiness1.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation12.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,404
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Severance High School — Students at Severance High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
29%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Severance High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in CO
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.4% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·41 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

1200 HIDDEN VALLEY PARKWAY, Severance, CO 80550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Severance High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early College Academy (rated 8.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Greeley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eaton High School (rated 7.9/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Eaton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Severance, see our Severance schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Severance Middle School Severance 0.9 mi 5.3
Range View Elementary Severance 1.2 mi 6.3
Windsor Charter Academy Elementary School Windsor 2.7 mi 7.9
Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School Windsor 3.0 mi 8.5
Windsor Charter Academy Middle School Windsor 3.0 mi 9.1
Mountain View Elementary School Windsor 3.4 mi 6.9
Tozer Elementary School Windsor 3.4 mi 5.9
Windsor Middle School Windsor 3.4 mi 5.9
Windsor High School Windsor 3.6 mi 6.5
Skyview Elementary School Windsor 3.9 mi 5.9
Grandview Elementary School Windsor 4.3 mi 5.9
Winograd K-8 Elementary School Greeley 5.7 mi 4.5
Northridge High School Greeley 5.8 mi 6.3
Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering Greeley 6.2 mi 5.0
Bethke Elementary School Timnath 5.2 mi 7.8
West Ridge Academy Greeley 6.4 mi 7.2
University Schools Greeley 7.2 mi 5.4
S. Christa McAuliffe STEM Academy Greeley 6.9 mi 6.1
Early College Academy Greeley 7.2 mi 8.1
Eaton High School Eaton 6.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,487

Median Home Value

$538,900

Median Rent

$1,791/mo

Population

44,224

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

37.6

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Central High School Pueblo, CO 4.9
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College Denver, CO 5.1
Fort Morgan High School Fort Morgan, CO 4.9
Jefferson Junior/Senior High School Edgewater, CO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Severance High School

What grades does Severance High School serve?

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

How many students attend Severance High School?

Severance High School has an enrollment of approximately 880 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Severance High School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Severance High School rank in CO?

Severance High School ranks #1,354 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Severance High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Severance High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Severance High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Severance High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).

Is Severance High School a charter school?

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

Is Severance High School a Title I school?

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

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

23.9% of students at Severance 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Weld County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

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