Arvada High School vs Mitchell High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 111 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arvada High School
Arvada · Public high · Grades 9–12
754 students
Mitchell High School
Colorado Springs · Public high · Grades 9–12
757 students
| Measure | Arvada High School Arvada, Colorado | Mitchell High School Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #267 of 307 | #283 of 307 |
| National rank | #14590 of 16,910 | #15289 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 754 | 757 |
| Enrollment | 754 | 757 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 69.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 8% |
| city | Arvada | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arvada High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.9 vs 19.8).
- •Arvada High School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 8%).
- •Arvada High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •Mitchell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 71%).
- •Mitchell High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 19.3).
- •Mitchell High School is the larger school with 757 students compared with 754.
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 Arvada High School better than Mitchell High School?
On the Success Index (US), Arvada High School ranks higher (23.9 vs 19.8 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 Arvada High School and Mitchell High School?
About 111 km in a straight line, between Arvada and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arvada High School: 754. Mitchell High School: 757. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arvada High School and Mitchell High School rank in Colorado?
Arvada High School is 267th of 307 and Mitchell High School is 283rd of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).