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#123 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 7% in state

Fairview High School

High School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

1515 GREENBRIAR BOULEVARD, Boulder, CO 80305

Enrollment

1,847

Student-Teacher

22.3:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#123 of 1,815

In Boulder

#9 of 29

public schools

In district

#12 of 54

Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

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Fairview High School

8.6/10

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

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About Fairview High School

Fairview High School is a public high school in Boulder, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Fairview High School serves approximately 1,847 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Fairview High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Fairview High School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Fairview High School runs 22.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency91% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation40.4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,172
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Fairview High School — Students at Fairview High School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.1% (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
91%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
72%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Fairview High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in CO
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
2
0 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
40.4% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·427 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
0 boys'·2 girls'·7 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

1515 GREENBRIAR BOULEVARD, Boulder, CO 80305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairview High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Boulder High School (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, New Vista High School (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Boulder, see our Boulder schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Southern Hills Middle School Boulder 0.2 mi 8.8
Community Montessori School Boulder 0.7 mi 7.2
Summit Middle Charter School Boulder 0.8 mi 9.5
BIXBY SCHOOL Boulder 0.9 mi 6.3
Mesa Elementary School Boulder 0.8 mi 9.1
Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park Boulder 1.2 mi 9.3
Bear Creek Elementary School Boulder 1.1 mi 9.1
Horizons K-8 School Boulder 1.5 mi 8.5
Manhattan Middle School of the Arts and Academics Boulder 1.7 mi 8.3
High Peaks Elementary School Boulder 2.2 mi 9.2
Boulder Community School/Integrated Studies Boulder 2.2 mi 7.8
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder 2.2 mi
New Vista High School Boulder 2.3 mi 7.9
Eisenhower Elementary School Boulder 2.5 mi 9.1
University Hill Elementary School Boulder 2.6 mi 7.6
Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder 2.9 mi 7.6
Boulder High School Boulder 3.2 mi 8.3
Flatirons Elementary School Boulder 3.2 mi 8.5
JAY & ROSE PHILLIPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Boulder 3.4 mi
Whittier Elementary School Boulder 3.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,933

Median Home Value

$985,700

Median Rent

$2,198/mo

Population

16,101

College Educated

82.5%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

37.7

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Northfield High School Denver, CO 8.4
Boulder High School Boulder, CO 8.3
Centaurus High School Lafayette, CO 8.3
Cheyenne Mountain High School Colorado Springs, CO 8.9
East High School Denver, CO 8.2
Monarch High School Louisville, CO 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairview High School

What grades does Fairview High School serve?

Fairview High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Fairview High School?

Fairview High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,847 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairview High School is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fairview High School rank in CO?

Fairview High School ranks #123 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Fairview High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Fairview High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview High School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Fairview High School a charter school?

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

Is Fairview High School a Title I school?

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

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

12.8% of students at Fairview 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
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,847
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

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