Serving 1,969 students in grades 9-12, Fountain-fort Carson 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 54% (which is higher than 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: 1,969 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain-fort Carson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fountain-fort Carson High School's student population of 1,969 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fountain-fort Carson 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 Fountain-fort Carson High School is 0.69, 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
#676 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
35%
Black
11%
4%
White
45%
52%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain-fort Carson High School's ranking?
Fountain-fort Carson High School is ranked #676 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fountain-fort Carson High School often compared to?
Fountain-fort Carson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Ridge High School, The Vanguard School (High) 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fountain-fort Carson High School?
The graduation rate of Fountain-fort Carson High School is 91%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Fountain-fort Carson High School?
1,969 students attend Fountain-fort Carson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Fountain-fort Carson High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain-fort Carson High School?
Fountain-fort Carson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fountain-fort Carson High School offer ?
Fountain-fort Carson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fountain-fort Carson High School part of?
Fountain-fort Carson High School is part of Fountain School District No. 8 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Fountain-fort Carson High School located?
Fountain-fort Carson High School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Fountain, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
School Reviews
5 4/5/2024
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