Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, Harold Ferguson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold Ferguson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harold Ferguson High School's student population of 164 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Motto
Creating alternative experiences because each learner deserves different, not less.
School Rankings
Harold Ferguson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold Ferguson High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
50-59%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold Ferguson High School's ranking?
Harold Ferguson High School is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Harold Ferguson High School often compared to?
Harold Ferguson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Meridian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Harold Ferguson High School?
The graduation rate of Harold Ferguson High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Harold Ferguson High School?
164 students attend Harold Ferguson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Harold Ferguson High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold Ferguson High School?
Harold Ferguson High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harold Ferguson High School offer ?
Harold Ferguson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harold Ferguson High School part of?
Harold Ferguson High School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
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