Rocky Mountain High School is a public high school in Fort Collins, Colorado, United States. Its colors are cardinal red and gold and its mascot is the lobo, or wolf. The school serves roughly 2000 students, mostly from south, west, and central Fort Collins.
Serving 2,044 students in grades 9-12, Rocky Mountain 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 68% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,044 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocky Mountain High School serves the southeast part of Fort Collins, CO, covering an area of approximately 32.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Mountain High School's student population of 2,044 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,044 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Motto
SELF. PURPOSE. PLACE.
School Rankings
Rocky Mountain 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 Rocky Mountain High School is 0.42, 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
#310 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lobo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Mountain High School's ranking?
Rocky Mountain High School is ranked #310 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rocky Mountain High School often compared to?
Rocky Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Collins High School, Poudre 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 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rocky Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Rocky Mountain High School is 88%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Rocky Mountain High School?
2,044 students attend Rocky Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Rocky Mountain High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Mountain High School?
Rocky Mountain High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Mountain High School offer ?
Rocky Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Mountain High School part of?
Rocky Mountain High School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
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