Niwot High School

Niwot High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
8989 Niwot Rd,  Niwot, CO
Niwot Neighborhood
St Vrain Valley School District
3.8
3.8
1,497 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Eric Rauschkolb
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
45%
Reading Proficiency
71%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
71%
Math Proficiency
45%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
62
Part Time Teachers
3
Teachers in First or Second Year
28%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
630
Verbal
650
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
30
Reading
30
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
67.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
67%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

5
Equity
10
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
25.3%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
240:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.8%
Male
47.2%
White
61.5%
Hispanic
26.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.7%
Two or more races
3.2%
Black
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#1 Best Magnet HS in Colorado
#9 Best College Prep Public HS in Colorado
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Colorado Boulder 455 Students
Colorado State University 348 Students
University of Colorado Denver 128 Students
University of Denver 128 Students
Colorado School of Mines 124 Students
University of Northern Colorado 116 Students
University of Washington 105 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 98 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 90 Students
Stanford University 76 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 140 Students
Psychology 126 Students
Biology 88 Students
Computer Science 80 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 63 Students
Political Science and Government 60 Students
Mechanical Engineering 55 Students
Nursing 50 Students
Aerospace Engineering 42 Students
Pre-Law Studies 38 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 361 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/18/2024
Niwot High school is one of the better high schools in the St. Vain Valley School District. Many teachers here care about their students greatly and there are so many extracurricular opportunities that it's easy to find a place to fit in here. Its also generally a queer friendly school.
4.0 Alum
9/23/2024
I started at Niwot High School in 2016 and graduated in 2020. I was in cheerleading all 4 years and was the head captain junior and senior year. I also did track my sophmore year and soccer my freshman year. I enjoyed my time there especially through sports. any problems I had whether at school or at home I had trusted faculty that I could count on and who really helped me navigate through life. The only change I would hope for is more diversity and openness.
4.0 Alum
7/31/2024
Niwot High school gave me a wonderful experience especially through stem because it allowed me to have access to many interesting electives like Introduction to Cybersecurity and Introduction to Biotechnology. On top of these amazing courses it also gave me real life experience by putting us on project teams were we wok with are local community to solve problems.
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3.8 21 Reviews
2.0 other
8/14/2025
Was an assistant coach here and saw ignoree athletes, disrespectful parents, and arrogant faculty. Only star athletes were focused on by the head coach. I was undermined by faculty and it hamstringed my ability to coach. To top it off, they ask for me to come back ane would only pay $3000 for 4 mont...
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4.0 other
2/1/2023
As a pre-IB/honors student, I was academically challenged and was well prepared for college and AP/IB level courses. The elective courses were diverse with the inclusion of many music classes, and the CETC and IC classes the district offers. Many club offerings as well, and general activities. Amazi...
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4.0 other
4/3/2022
Recent grad. Great school if you only take honors/IB/AP classes - otherwise, just a below average public school. Every grade has ~10-20 outstanding students who place excellently in college applications. Most honors students go to CU or CSU and are well above average there. Non-honors/traditional st...
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5.0 student
3/13/2020
I enjoyed my time at Niwot High School.
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Niwot High School

Niwot High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Niwot, CO and is served by the St Vrain Valley School District in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 1,497 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 45% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 71% are proficient in reading. Niwot High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $1,335,569. Discover additional schools in the area, like Apex Home School Enrichment Program, Rocky Mountain Christian Academy, Flagstaff Academy Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Niwot has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Niwot High School.

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