Very Good
#26 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 13% of private schools
Fountain Valley School of Colorado
High School
6155 FOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL RD, Colorado Springs, CO 80911
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#26 of 188
In Colorado Springs
#3 of 11
public schools
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Fountain Valley School of Colorado
High School in Colorado Springs · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fountain Valley School of Colorado
Fountain Valley School of Colorado is a private high school in Colorado Springs, CO. Fountain Valley School of Colorado serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fountain Valley School of Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CO avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Fountain Valley School of Colorado sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fountain Valley School of Colorado is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Fountain Valley School of Colorado compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Colorado Springs, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fountain Valley School of Colorado (this school) | 7.4 |
| Mesa Ridge High School | 5.4 |
| Widefield High School | 5.4 |
| Discovery High School | 4.9 |
| The Haven School | 5.9 |
| James Irwin Charter High School | 8.3 |
| Career Readiness Academy | 6.5 |
| Sierra High School | 5.3 |
| Aspire Online Academy | 4.6 |
| Atlas Preparatory High School | 6.1 |
| Harrison High School | 5.4 |
| Colorado Military Academy | 4.5 |
| Eastlake High School of Colorado Springs | 4.4 |
| The Vanguard School (High) | 7.4 |
| Mitchell High School | 3.7 |
| Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind | 6.9 |
| Thomas MacLaren State Charter School | 8.5 |
| Power Technical | 8.3 |
| Pikes Peak Early College | 7.0 |
| Springs Studio for Academic Excellence | 5.3 |
| Palmer High School | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 46 schools. View all schools in Colorado Springs
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6155 FOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL RD, Colorado Springs, CO 80911
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fountain Valley School of Colorado may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Welte Education Center (rated 6.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Fountain), a more accessible option. Another option is Mesa Ridge High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Widefield High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Talbott STEAM Innovation School Colorado Springs | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Watson Junior High School Colorado Springs | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Venetucci Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Webster Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| James Madison Charter Academy School Colorado Springs | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Mesa Ridge High School Colorado Springs | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Widefield Elementary School of the Arts Colorado Springs | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Janitell Junior High School Fountain | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Widefield High School Colorado Springs | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Sunrise Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Discovery High School Colorado Springs | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| French Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| The Haven School Colorado Springs | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Widefield District 3 Preschool Colorado Springs | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Mesa Elementary School Fountain | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Sproul Junior High School Colorado Springs | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colorado Springs | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Soaring Eagles Community School Colorado Springs | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Welte Education Center Fountain | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,105
Median Home Value
$348,900
Median Rent
$1,643/mo
Population
34,296
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jefferson County Open Secondary Lakewood, CO | 7.4 |
| The Vanguard School (High) Colorado Springs, CO | 7.4 |
| CIVA Charter Academy Colorado Springs, CO | 7.5 |
| DSST: Cole High School Denver, CO | 7.5 |
| Gilpin County Undivided High School Black Hawk, CO | 7.5 |
| COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Carbondale, CO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fountain Valley School of Colorado
What grades does Fountain Valley School of Colorado serve?
Fountain Valley School of Colorado serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fountain Valley School of Colorado?
Fountain Valley School of Colorado has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fountain Valley School of Colorado?
The student-teacher ratio at Fountain Valley School of Colorado is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Fountain Valley School of Colorado rank in CO?
Fountain Valley School of Colorado ranks #26 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Fountain Valley School of Colorado's MySchoolScout rating?
Fountain Valley School of Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fountain Valley School of Colorado a private school?
Yes, Fountain Valley School of Colorado is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Fountain Valley School of Colorado a religious school?
No, Fountain Valley School of Colorado is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Phone
- (719) 391-5248
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