Golden High School vs Vista Ridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden High School
Golden · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,469 students
Vista Ridge High School
Colorado Springs · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,473 students
| Measure | Golden High School Golden, Colorado | Vista Ridge High School Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 307 | #142 of 307 |
| National rank | #3450 of 16,910 | #8492 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,469 | 1,473 |
| Enrollment | 1,469 | 1,473 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.1% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 31% |
| city | Golden | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 49.6).
- •Golden High School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 31%).
- •Golden High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 62%).
- •Golden High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.1% vs 37.9%).
- •Vista Ridge High School does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 21.6).
- •Vista Ridge High School is the larger school with 1,473 students compared with 1,469.
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 Golden High School better than Vista Ridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Golden High School ranks higher (69.4 vs 49.6 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 Golden High School and Vista Ridge High School?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Golden and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden High School: 1,469. Vista Ridge High School: 1,473. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden High School and Vista Ridge High School rank in Colorado?
Golden High School is 48th of 307 and Vista Ridge High School is 142nd of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).