Academy High School vs Lake County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 134 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy High School
Thornton · Public high · Grades 9–12
399 students
Lake County High School
Leadville · Public high · Grades 7–12
389 students
| Measure | Academy High School Thornton, Colorado | Lake County High School Leadville, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #273 of 307 | #243 of 307 |
| National rank | #14885 of 16,910 | #13093 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 399 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 399 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.4% | 55.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Thornton | Leadville |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 22.3).
- •Lake County High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Lake County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.3% vs 74.4%).
- •Lake County High School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 18.1).
- •Academy High School is the larger school with 399 students compared with 389.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Academy High School better than Lake County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lake County High School ranks higher (31.1 vs 22.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Academy High School and Lake County High School?
About 134 km in a straight line, between Thornton and Leadville in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy High School: 399. Lake County High School: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy High School and Lake County High School rank in Colorado?
Academy High School is 273rd of 307 and Lake County High School is 243rd of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).