The brief
The top-rated high schools in Colorado Springs for 2026 are The Classical Academy High School (9.0/10), Cheyenne Mountain High School (8.9/10), and Power Technical (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 39 high schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Colorado Springs ranks 37 high schools, with performance spread across a meaningful range. The Vanguard School leads the metro with a 9.1/10 composite score — a notable gap above the field average of 6.0/10. That distance signals real variation in outcomes across the city, making school selection worth careful attention. Twelve schools, roughly a third of those ranked, clear the 7.0 threshold, giving families a solid set of strong options to evaluate. Cheyenne Mountain High School, The Classical Academy High School, and Discovery High School all land at 7.7 or above, clustering near the top tier. The table below lets you sort by the metrics that matter most to your family — academics, growth, or overall score — so you can cut through the full list of 37 and focus on the schools that fit your priorities.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.0
- 28.9
- 38.3
- 48.3
- 58.0
- 67.8
- 77.8
- 87.6
- 97.6
- 107.5
All 39 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 39
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1The Classical Academy High SchoolcharterAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 581student-teacher ratio 11.2:1grades 9th–12th
- 2Cheyenne Mountain High SchoolCheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 In the County of Estudents 1,268student-teacher ratio 16.9:1grades 9th–12th
- 3Power TechnicalcharterEL Paso County Colorado School District 49students 377student-teacher ratio 10.5:1grades 6th–12th
- 4James Irwin Charter High SchoolcharterHarrison School District No. 2 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 412student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 5Tca College PathwayscharterAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 473student-teacher ratio 23.6:1grades 7th–12th
- 6Rampart High SchoolAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 1,342student-teacher ratio 16.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 7Pine Creek High SchoolAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 1,913student-teacher ratio 17.9:1grades 9th–12th
- 8Liberty High SchoolAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 1,589student-teacher ratio 17.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 9Discovery Canyon Campus High SchoolAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 1,048student-teacher ratio 19.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 10Civa Charter AcademycharterColorado Springs School District No. 11 In the County of Estudents 181student-teacher ratio 10.6:1grades 9th–12th
- 11Village High SchoolAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 511student-teacher ratio 18.9:1grades 9th–12th
- 12The Vanguard School (high)charterHarrison School District No. 2 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 303student-teacher ratio 9.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 13Fountain Valley School of Coloradostudents 232student-teacher ratio 6.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 14St Mary's High Schoolstudents 219student-teacher ratio 11.6:1grades 9th–12th
- 15Pikes Peak Early CollegeEL Paso County Colorado School District 49students 178student-teacher ratio 44.5:1grades 9th–12th
- 16Odyssey Early College and Career OptionsColorado Springs School District No. 11 In the County of Estudents 316student-teacher ratio 21.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 17Career Readiness AcademyHarrison School District No. 2 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 85student-teacher ratio 21.2:1grades 9th–12th
- 18Coronado High SchoolColorado Springs School District No. 11 In the County of Estudents 1,317student-teacher ratio 19.4:1grades 9th–12th
- 19Doherty High SchoolColorado Springs School District No. 11 In the County of Estudents 1,861student-teacher ratio 22.4:1grades 9th–12th
- 20Atlas Preparatory High SchoolcharterHarrison School District No. 2 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 481student-teacher ratio 19.2:1grades 9th–12th
- 21Aspen Valley CampusAcademy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso Anstudents 103student-teacher ratio 5.2:1grades 8th–12th
- 22Community Prep Charter SchoolcharterColorado Springs School District No. 11 In the County of Estudents 167student-teacher ratio 27.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 23Colorado Early Colleges Colorado SpringscharterState Charter School Institutestudents 648student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades 6th–12th
- 24Palmer High SchoolColorado Springs School District No. 11 In the County of Estudents 1,344student-teacher ratio 19.5:1grades 9th–12th
- 25Vista Ridge High SchoolEL Paso County Colorado School District 49students 1,479student-teacher ratio 19.7:1grades 9th–12th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Colorado education department. Rankings are relative to all public high schools in Colorado. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
The Classical Academy High School
Academy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso An
581 students · 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 2% in Colorado · charter
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 9.0
- Environment
- 9.5
- 2
Cheyenne Mountain High School
Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 In the County of E
1,268 students · 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 4% in Colorado
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 7.2
- 3
Power Technical
EL Paso County Colorado School District 49
377 students · 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–12th
Top 12% in Colorado · charter
- Academics
- 5.2
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 8.6
- 4
James Irwin Charter High School
Harrison School District No. 2 In the County of EL Paso An
412 students · 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 13% in Colorado · charter
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 7.8
- Environment
- 8.7
- 5
Tca College Pathways
Academy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso An
473 students · 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–12th
Top 16% in Colorado · charter
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 9.1
- Environment
- 2.5
- 6
Rampart High School
Academy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso An
1,342 students · 16.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 20% in Colorado
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 8.2
- Environment
- 4.5
- 7
Pine Creek High School
Academy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso An
1,913 students · 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 20% in Colorado
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 8.8
- Environment
- 4.6
- 8
Liberty High School
Academy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso An
1,589 students · 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 24% in Colorado
- Academics
- 8.7
- Growth
- 8.2
- Environment
- 5.2
- 9
Discovery Canyon Campus High School
Academy School District No. 20 In the County of EL Paso An
1,048 students · 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 24% in Colorado
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 8.1
- Environment
- 3.5
- 10
Civa Charter Academy
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In the County of E
181 students · 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 27% in Colorado · charter
- Academics
- 7.7
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 7.6
Questions
What is the best high school in Colorado Springs, Colorado?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, The Classical Academy High School is the top-rated high school in Colorado Springs with a composite score of 9.0/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many high schools are in Colorado Springs, Colorado?
Colorado Springs has 39 high schools, including 11 charter schools. Of these, 39 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average high school rating in Colorado Springs?
Among 39 Colorado Springs high schools with a composite score, the average is 6.3/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Colorado).
How does MySchoolScout rate high schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Colorado, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Colorado, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Colorado Springs high school rankings?
Colorado Springs has 11 charter high schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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