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#509 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 28% in state

Standley Lake High School

High School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1

9300 WEST 104TH AVENUE, Westminster, CO 80021

Enrollment

1,137

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#509 of 1,815

In Westminster

#7 of 29

public schools

In district

#52 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Standley Lake High School

7.5/10

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

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About Standley Lake High School

Standley Lake High School is a public high school in Westminster, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Standley Lake High School serves approximately 1,137 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

Standley Lake High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Standley Lake High School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Standley Lake 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-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation19.1%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Standley Lake High School — Students at Standley Lake High School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.8% (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
82%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
45%

* 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 Standley Lake High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in CO
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
19.1% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·63 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·35 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

9300 WEST 104TH AVENUE, Westminster, CO 80021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Standley Lake High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jefferson Academy High School (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Broomfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pomona High School (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Arvada), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DEVEREUX CLEO WALLACE CENTER Westminster 0.6 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT STANDLEY LAKE Westminster 0.6 mi 5.3
Lukas Elementary School Westminster 0.8 mi 5.5
Wayne Carle Middle School Westminster 0.8 mi 5.7
Jefferson Academy Elementary Broomfield 0.9 mi 7.9
Woodrow Wilson Charter Academy Westminster 1.3 mi 7.7
Semper Elementary School Westminster 1.4 mi 4.0
Doral Academy of Colorado Arvada 1.4 mi 5.4
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster 1.9 mi 5.6
Mandalay Middle School Westminster 1.7 mi 5.8
Moore Middle School Arvada 2.0 mi 2.9
Jefferson Academy Broomfield 1.8 mi 7.9
Jefferson Academy High School Broomfield 1.8 mi 6.8
Pomona High School Arvada 2.5 mi 5.5
Adams Elementary School Westminster 2.1 mi 3.9
BROOMFIELD ACADEMY Broomfield 2.5 mi 6.7
Weber Elementary School Arvada 2.7 mi 5.9
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Broomfield 2.6 mi
SUMMIT CLASSICAL ACADEMY Broomfield 2.9 mi 5.4
Emerald Elementary School Broomfield 2.8 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,645

Median Home Value

$530,300

Median Rent

$2,054/mo

Population

35,562

College Educated

53.3%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Standley Lake High School

What grades does Standley Lake High School serve?

Standley Lake High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Standley Lake High School?

Standley Lake High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,137 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Standley Lake High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Standley Lake High School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Standley Lake High School rank in CO?

Standley Lake High School ranks #509 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Standley Lake High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Standley Lake High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Standley Lake High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Standley Lake High School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Standley Lake High School a charter school?

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

Is Standley Lake High School a Title I school?

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

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

36.8% of students at Standley Lake 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,137
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Jefferson County School District No. R-1
District Enrollment
74,251
Schools in District
148
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,483
District Rank
#52 of 140

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