Serving 2,040 students in grades 9-12, Fountain-fort Carson 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 22% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain-fort Carson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Fountain-fort Carson High School's student population of 2,040 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fountain-fort Carson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountain-fort Carson High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#901 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
30%
35%
Black
10%
5%
White
44%
51%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain-fort Carson High School's ranking?
Fountain-fort Carson High School is ranked #901 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fountain-fort Carson High School often compared to?
Fountain-fort Carson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Ridge High School, The Vanguard School (High) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fountain-fort Carson High School?
The graduation rate of Fountain-fort Carson High School is 92%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Fountain-fort Carson High School?
2,040 students attend Fountain-fort Carson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fountain-fort Carson High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain-fort Carson High School?
Fountain-fort Carson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fountain-fort Carson High School offer ?
Fountain-fort Carson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fountain-fort Carson High School part of?
Fountain-fort Carson High School is part of Fountain School District No. 8 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Fountain-fort Carson High School located?
Fountain-fort Carson High School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Fountain, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
School Reviews
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