Rampart High School is a public high school in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. Established in 1983, it is Academy School District 20's second high school. It was awarded the National School of Excellence award in 1989.
Serving 1,305 students in grades 9-12, Rampart High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 1,305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAMPART HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Colorado Springs, CO, encompassing approximately 128.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rampart High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rampart High School's student population of 1,305 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,305 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rampart 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 Rampart High School is 0.58, 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
#277 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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
85%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
Colors
Royal blue, Gold, Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Rocky The Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rampart High School's ranking?
Rampart High School is ranked #277 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rampart High School often compared to?
Rampart High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Pine Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rampart High School?
The graduation rate of Rampart High School is 85%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Rampart High School?
1,305 students attend Rampart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rampart High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rampart High School?
Rampart High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rampart High School offer ?
Rampart High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rampart High School part of?
Rampart High School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Rampart High School located?
Rampart High School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in Briargate.
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