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Eagleside Elementary School

Elementary School · Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an

9750 SENTRY DRIVE, Fountain, CO 80817

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#999 of 1,815

In Fountain

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 13

Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Eagleside Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Fountain · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Eagleside Elementary School

Eagleside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fountain, CO, part of Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an. Eagleside Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eagleside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #999 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Eagleside Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.6% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.4% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,254
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Eagleside Elementary School — Students at Eagleside Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 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
96%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
2025
Math
34.1%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Eagleside Elementary School Compares

See how Eagleside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in CO
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Programs & Offerings

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

9750 SENTRY DRIVE, Fountain, CO 80817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eagleside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Talbott STEAM Innovation School (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Widefield Elementary School of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fountain, see our Fountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Conrad Early Learning Center Fountain 1.0 mi 3.2
Fountain-Fort Carson High School Fountain 1.1 mi 6.7
Jordahl Elementary School Fountain 1.2 mi 6.7
Aragon Elementary School Fountain 1.3 mi 3.7
Mesa Elementary School Fountain 1.5 mi 4.0
Welte Education Center Fountain 1.4 mi 6.0
Fountain Middle School Fountain 1.5 mi 4.7
Janitell Junior High School Fountain 2.4 mi 5.6
Sunrise Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.7 mi 4.8
Mesa Ridge High School Colorado Springs 2.8 mi 5.4
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.3 mi 7.7
James Madison Charter Academy School Colorado Springs 3.0 mi 4.2
Webster Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.1 mi 5.8
Talbott STEAM Innovation School Colorado Springs 3.8 mi 7.8
FOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL OF COLORADO Colorado Springs 4.1 mi 7.4
Watson Junior High School Colorado Springs 4.1 mi 5.4
Venetucci Elementary School Colorado Springs 4.4 mi 5.2
Grand Mountain School Colorado Springs 4.7 mi 7.3
Widefield Elementary School of the Arts Colorado Springs 5.3 mi 7.8
Widefield High School Colorado Springs 5.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,121

Median Home Value

$377,300

Median Rent

$1,758/mo

Population

31,101

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eagleside Elementary School

What grades does Eagleside Elementary School serve?

Eagleside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Eagleside Elementary School?

Eagleside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eagleside Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eagleside Elementary 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 Eagleside Elementary School rank in CO?

Eagleside Elementary School ranks #999 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Eagleside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eagleside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Eagleside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eagleside Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Eagleside Elementary School a charter school?

No, Eagleside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eagleside Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Eagleside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eagleside Elementary School?

41.5% of students at Eagleside Elementary 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

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