Loveland High School is a public high school located in Loveland, Colorado, United States. It is one of the five high schools in the Thompson R2-J School District. Founded more than one hundred years ago, it is the oldest high school in the district.
Serving 1,354 students in grades 9-12, Loveland High School ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loveland High School serves the northeast part of Loveland, CO, covering an area of approximately 28.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school being around 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loveland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Loveland High School's student population of 1,354 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,354 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1894
School Calendar
School Motto
'Developing Students to Succeed in the Global Community'
School Rankings
Loveland 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 Loveland High School is 0.49, 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
#456 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
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
91%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Red Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loveland High School's ranking?
Loveland High School is ranked #456 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Loveland High School often compared to?
Loveland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View High School, Thompson Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loveland High School?
The graduation rate of Loveland High School is 91%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Loveland High School?
1,354 students attend Loveland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Loveland High School students are White, 26% 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 Loveland High School?
Loveland High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Loveland High School offer ?
Loveland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loveland High School part of?
Loveland High School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
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