Serving 1,644 students in grades 9-12, Vista Ridge High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Vista Ridge High School's student population of 1,644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista Ridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Ridge High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
25%
35%
Black
7%
4%
White
52%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Ridge High School's ranking?
Vista Ridge High School is ranked #610 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Vista Ridge High School often compared to?
Vista Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Vista Ridge High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Vista Ridge High School?
1,644 students attend Vista Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Vista Ridge High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Ridge High School?
Vista Ridge High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vista Ridge High School offer ?
Vista Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vista Ridge High School part of?
Vista Ridge High School is part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49.
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