Serving 1,761 students in grades 9-12, Mountain Range High 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 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 1,761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Range High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mountain Range High School's student population of 1,761 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Range High 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 Mountain Range High School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#744 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
45%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
42%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Range High School's ranking?
Mountain Range High School is ranked #744 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mountain Range High School often compared to?
Mountain Range High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon High School, Northglenn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Range High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Range High School is 88%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mountain Range High School?
1,761 students attend Mountain Range High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mountain Range High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Range High School?
Mountain Range High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mountain Range High School offer ?
Mountain Range High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mountain Range High School part of?
Mountain Range High School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Range High School located?
Mountain Range High School is located in the North Westminster neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Westminster.
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