Manitou Springs High School is a public high school in Manitou Springs, Colorado, United States. It is the only high school in the Manitou Springs School District 14. The high school has the highest graduation rate in the Pikes Peak Region and one of the lowest remediation rates for students entering college.
Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Manitou Springs High School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manitou Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Manitou Springs High School's student population of 400 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manitou Springs High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manitou Springs High School is 0.33, 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
#323 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manitou Springs High School's ranking?
Manitou Springs High School is ranked #323 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manitou Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Manitou Springs High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Manitou Springs High School?
400 students attend Manitou Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Manitou Springs High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Manitou Springs High School?
Manitou Springs High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manitou Springs High School offer ?
Manitou Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manitou Springs High School part of?
Manitou Springs High School is part of Manitou Springs School District No. 14 In The County Of El.
In what neighborhood is Manitou Springs High School located?
Manitou Springs High School is located in the West Colorado Springs neighborhood of Manitou Springs, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in West Colorado Springs.
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