Wheat Ridge High School

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Wheat Ridge High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9505 W 32nd Ave,  Wheat Ridge, CO
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
3.8
3.9
1,204 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
34%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
85%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
34%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
52
Full Time Teachers
52
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
600
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
29
Reading
31
Science
30
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
40.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
21.1%
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
288:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
White
54%
Hispanic
37.2%
Two or more races
4.3%
Black
2.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Colorado State University 234 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 177 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 134 Students
University of Colorado Denver 115 Students
University of Denver 101 Students
University of Northern Colorado 85 Students
Colorado Mesa University 73 Students
Colorado School of Mines 68 Students
Regis University 68 Students
Red Rocks Community College 65 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 70 Students
Psychology 63 Students
Nursing 35 Students
Biology 34 Students
Mechanical Engineering 27 Students
Engineering 25 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Criminology 23 Students
Marketing 22 Students
Computer Science 21 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 237 Reviews
4.0
4/28/2026
It was a okay school it was just there wasn't much things to do as it was a little school but it had some cool programs but it was nice to be there and teachers where cool
5.0 Parent
3/22/2026
Great school with supportive teachers, solid academics, and opportunities for students to thrive if they get involved. We've had a very positive experience.
4.0 Senior
2/2/2025
The teachers are very personable and caring for the most part and the small community makes it easy to connect with others and feel supported although this was not my true experience. The high school seniors of 2025 are not very intermingled because the staff make it so we cannot bond with each other in a truly authentic way. The good teachers are retiring and they need some new hires. Overall a 6/10 experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 14 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/15/2026
Wheat Ridge High is a fantastic community school. The teachers and administrators are welcoming, know our kiddos and their parents by name and bring an environment of love and understanding to this community. We are proud FARMERS!
5.0 parent
3/24/2026
This is our 2nd year with a student at WRHS and I would say our son is thriving. He has found his groove: academically, socially and emotionally. He's happy and so are we. He has the supports he needs at school (he as a 504 plan and their team has been amazing in getting him to be part of this proce...
5.0 parent
3/22/2026
Great school with supportive teachers, solid academics, and opportunities for students to thrive if they get involved. We’ve had a very positive experience.
5.0 parent
12/12/2025
Wheat Ridge High School is an excellent traditional high school offering a large number of honors and AP course options, an excellent music and theater department (best in the district!), unique STEM program with STEM diploma, athletic opportunities, and many supports for all students. The school ha...

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Wheat Ridge High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Wheat Ridge, CO and is served by the Jefferson County School District No. R-1 in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,204 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 34% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 65% are proficient in reading. Wheat Ridge High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 85%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $709,767. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sobesky Academy, Sobesky Academy, Jefferson High School, and more. Learn more about what Wheat Ridge has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Wheat Ridge High School.

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