Ferguson High School, also known as Ferguson Alternative High School, is an alternative high school in Loveland, Colorado. A part of the Thompson School District, FHS normally serves 120 - 140 students. FHS is one of the oldest alternative, at-risk programs in the State of Colorado.
Serving 154 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 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Harold Ferguson High School's student population of 154 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Last Day of School
Sat. May 16, 2026
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 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. 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
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Harold Ferguson High School?
154 students attend Harold Ferguson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Harold Ferguson High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 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 12:1, 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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