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#70 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 4% in state

Cheyenne Mountain High School

High School · Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E

1200 CRESTA ROAD, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Enrollment

1,268

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

8.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#70 of 1,815

In Colorado Springs

#5 of 180

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Cheyenne Mountain High School

8.9/10

High School in Colorado Springs · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About Cheyenne Mountain High School

Cheyenne Mountain High School is a public high school in Colorado Springs, CO, part of Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E. Cheyenne Mountain High School serves approximately 1,268 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheyenne Mountain High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Cheyenne Mountain High School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares2.4 pts above CO schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • CO avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation44%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,252
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Cheyenne Mountain High School — Students at Cheyenne Mountain High School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Cheyenne Mountain High School Compares

See how Cheyenne Mountain High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
96th percentile in CO
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
20
11 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
75 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
44% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
11 boys'·9 girls'·40 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1200 CRESTA ROAD, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cheyenne Mountain High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Broadmoor Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Gold Camp Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Gold Camp Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.4 mi 8.6
Skyway Park Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.5 mi 7.9
Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School Colorado Springs 0.5 mi 8.6
Canon Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.6 mi 3.6
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Colorado Springs 0.9 mi 7.9
THE COLORADO SPRINGS SCHOOL Colorado Springs 1.3 mi 7.2
Zebulon Pike Colorado Springs 1.5 mi
Broadmoor Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.5 mi 9.0
GIVING TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Colorado Springs 1.7 mi
GOLDEN MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Colorado Springs 1.4 mi
Midland Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.4 mi 4.8
Buena Vista Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.4 mi 7.3
The Vanguard School (Elementary) Colorado Springs 2.1 mi 7.7
West Middle School Colorado Springs 2.8 mi 5.0
West Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.8 mi 4.5
The Vanguard School (High) Colorado Springs 2.3 mi 7.4
The Vanguard School (Middle) Colorado Springs 2.3 mi 8.4
Oak Creek Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.5 mi 6.6
Stratton Meadows Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.4 mi 3.4
THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Colorado Springs 3.2 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,047

Median Home Value

$543,400

Median Rent

$1,634/mo

Population

37,403

College Educated

49.1%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cheyenne Mountain High School

What grades does Cheyenne Mountain High School serve?

Cheyenne Mountain High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cheyenne Mountain High School?

Cheyenne Mountain High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,268 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheyenne Mountain High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cheyenne Mountain High School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cheyenne Mountain High School rank in CO?

Cheyenne Mountain High School ranks #70 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Cheyenne Mountain High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cheyenne Mountain High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cheyenne Mountain High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cheyenne Mountain High School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Cheyenne Mountain High School a charter school?

No, Cheyenne Mountain High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cheyenne Mountain High School a Title I school?

No, Cheyenne Mountain High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cheyenne Mountain High School?

15.3% of students at Cheyenne Mountain High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,268
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
75
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

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