Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Fountain International Magnet School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20% in CO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain International Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fountain International Magnet School's student population of 293 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fountain International Magnet School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
57%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
34%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Fountain International Magnet School often compared to?
Fountain International Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Elementary School, Franklin School Of Innovation, Haaff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% CO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Fountain International Magnet School?
293 students attend Fountain International Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Fountain International Magnet School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain International Magnet School?
Fountain International Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fountain International Magnet School offer ?
Fountain International Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Fountain International Magnet School part of?
Fountain International Magnet School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Fountain International Magnet School located?
Fountain International Magnet School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in East Side.
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