Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, Discovery 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Discovery High School's student population of 83 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Discovery High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#926 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≤20%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery High School's ranking?
Discovery High School is ranked #926 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School is 20%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
83 students attend Discovery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Discovery High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery High School?
Discovery High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery High School offer ?
Discovery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery High School part of?
Discovery High School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Discovery High School located?
Discovery High School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
School Calendar
View the Discovery High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of Q1 Night School
October 16, 2026 (Friday)
Phoenix Day - Last Day of Hexter 2
October 30, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day for Schedule Changes
November 04, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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