Serving 2,169 students in grades 9-12, Mountain Vista High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 2,169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain Vista High School serves the northern part of Littleton, CO, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mountain Vista High School's student population of 2,169 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,169 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Vista High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Vista High School is 0.46, 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
#85 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Gold
School Mascot
Golden Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Vista High School's ranking?
Mountain Vista High School is ranked #85 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mountain Vista High School often compared to?
Mountain Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thunderridge High School, Rock Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Vista High School is 97%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Mountain Vista High School?
2,169 students attend Mountain Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mountain Vista High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Vista High School?
Mountain Vista High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mountain Vista High School offer ?
Mountain Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Vista High School part of?
Mountain Vista High School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Vista High School located?
Mountain Vista High School is located in the Southridge neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Southridge.
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