Serving 1,160 students in grades 9-12, Widefield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Widefield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Widefield High School's student population of 1,160 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Widefield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Widefield High School is 0.70, 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
#997 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
35%
Black
8%
4%
White
45%
52%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Widefield High School's ranking?
Widefield High School is ranked #997 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Widefield High School often compared to?
Widefield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Widefield High School?
The graduation rate of Widefield High School is 79%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Widefield High School?
1,160 students attend Widefield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Widefield High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Widefield High School?
Widefield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Widefield High School offer ?
Widefield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Widefield High School part of?
Widefield High School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Widefield High School located?
Widefield High School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
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