Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Fountain International Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fountain International Magnet School's student population of 269 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fountain International Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountain International Magnet School is 0.57, which is less 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
#816 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
58%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
31%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain International Magnet School's ranking?
Fountain International Magnet School is ranked #816 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fountain International Magnet School often compared to?
Fountain International Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Elementary School, Franklin School Of Innovation, Haaff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Fountain International Magnet School?
269 students attend Fountain International Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fountain International Magnet School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain International Magnet School?
Fountain International Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fountain International Magnet School offer ?
Fountain International Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Fountain International Magnet School part of?
Fountain International Magnet School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Fountain International Magnet School located?
Fountain International Magnet School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in East Side.
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