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5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Fountain, Colorado

10 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Public: 10
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 5.8/10
Estimated Scores: 10%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.8/10

20% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$85,121

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$377,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
32%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
73%

Of occupied housing units

How Fountain compares

Colorado rank

#87 of 125

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Colorado avg (6.3)

Median household income

$85k

98% of Colorado median

Schools in this city

10

About Schools in Fountain, Colorado

Fountain, Colorado is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Fountain show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Fountain is Jordahl Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Fountain is served by 3 school districts: Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an, Hanover School District No. 28 in the county of El Paso an, School District No. 3 in the county of El Paso and State of. These districts collectively serve 17,533 students.

Fountain's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,121. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 80817 (10)

Elementary Schools

5 schools
# School Rating
1 521 students · Kindergarten–5th 8.6
2 354 students · Pre-K–5th 5.5
3 378 students · Pre-K–5th 5.0
4 134 students · Pre-K–5th 4.9
5 667 students · Kindergarten–5th 4.5

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 1,022 students · 6th–8th 6.1
2 648 students · 6th–8th 6.1

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 103 students · 9th–12th 7.3
2 1,968 students · 9th–12th 5.3

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 233 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 4.9

Schools in Fountain

Fountain, Colorado · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$85,121

Median Home Value

$377,300

Median Rent

$1,758/mo

Population

31,101

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Community Profile

Fountain has a median household income of $85,121. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $377,300, with a median rent of $1,758/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Fountain, Colorado

How many schools are in Fountain, Colorado?

Fountain has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Fountain, Colorado?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fountain is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Fountain, Colorado?

The top-ranked school in Fountain on MySchoolScout is Jordahl Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Fountain, Colorado?

The top-ranked elementary school in Fountain on MySchoolScout is Jordahl Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Fountain, Colorado?

The top-ranked middle school in Fountain on MySchoolScout is Fountain Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best high school in Fountain, Colorado?

The top-ranked high school in Fountain on MySchoolScout is Welte Education Center with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Fountain, Colorado?

Fountain is served by 3 school districts: Fountain School District No. 8 in the County of EL Paso an, Hanover School District No. 28 in the County of EL Paso an, School District No. 3 in the County of EL Paso and State of.

What is the education level in Fountain, Colorado?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in Fountain have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Fountain, Colorado?

The median household income in Fountain is approximately $85,121 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Fountain, Colorado?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fountain is 18.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fountain, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.