Best Schools in Fort Carson, Colorado
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle
Choosing a school in Fort Carson?
Use this page to compare every school in Fort Carson by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Carson Middle School
Middle · Fountain School District No. 8 in the County of EL Paso an. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Patriot Elementary School
Elementary · Fountain School District No. 8 in the County of EL Paso an. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mountainside Elementary School
Elementary · Fountain School District No. 8 in the County of EL Paso an. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fort Carson for 2026 are Carson Middle School (4.8/10), Patriot Elementary School (4.7/10), and Mountainside Elementary School (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Income
$65,255
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Income
$65,255
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Carson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carson Middle School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Patriot Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Mountainside Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Abrams Elementary School | 4.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $65,255
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 0%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Carson compares
Colorado rank
#117 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$65k
76% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Fort Carson, Colorado
Fort Carson, Colorado is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Fort Carson show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fort Carson is Carson Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Carson is served by 1 school district: Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an. These districts collectively serve 7,885 students.
Fort Carson's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,255. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 520 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.7 |
| 2 | 354 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.6 |
| 3 | 403 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 604 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
Schools in Fort Carson
Fort Carson, Colorado · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,255
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
11,917
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
Fort Carson has a median household income of $65,255. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fort Carson, Colorado
How many schools are in Fort Carson, Colorado?
Fort Carson has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Carson, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Carson is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Fort Carson, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Fort Carson on MySchoolScout is Carson Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Carson, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Carson on MySchoolScout is Patriot Elementary School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Fort Carson, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Fort Carson on MySchoolScout is Carson Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Carson, Colorado?
Fort Carson is served by 1 school district: Fountain School District No. 8 in the County of EL Paso an.
What is the education level in Fort Carson, Colorado?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Fort Carson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Carson, Colorado?
The median household income in Fort Carson is approximately $65,255 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Carson, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Carson is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Carson, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.