Serving 1,304 students in grades 9-12, Mesa Ridge High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mesa Ridge High School serves the southern part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa Ridge High School's student population of 1,304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,304 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Mesa Ridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Ridge High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#966 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
39%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Graduation Rate
84%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Ridge High School's ranking?
Mesa Ridge High School is ranked #966 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mesa Ridge High School often compared to?
Mesa Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Widefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mesa Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Mesa Ridge High School is 84%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Mesa Ridge High School?
1,304 students attend Mesa Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mesa Ridge High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Ridge High School?
Mesa Ridge High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mesa Ridge High School offer ?
Mesa Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa Ridge High School part of?
Mesa Ridge High School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Mesa Ridge High School located?
Mesa Ridge High School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
School Calendar
View the Mesa Ridge High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break 11/23-27
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Schools closed
February 12, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break 3/22-3/26
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Schools closed
April 16, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
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