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#517 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 28% in state

Lewis-palmer High School

High School · Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

1300 HIGBY ROAD, Monument, CO 80132

Enrollment

1,171

Student-Teacher

20.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#517 of 1,815

In Monument

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lewis-palmer High School

7.5/10

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

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About Lewis-palmer High School

Lewis-palmer High School is a public high school in Monument, CO, part of Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co. Lewis-palmer High School serves approximately 1,171 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis-palmer High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #517 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Lewis-palmer High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Lewis-palmer High School runs 20.9:1 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 Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation26.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,434
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Lewis-palmer High School — Students at Lewis-palmer High School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.6% (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
97%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
78%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
78%
2022
Math
54%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Lewis-palmer High School Compares

See how Lewis-palmer High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in CO
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
22
9 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
26.6% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
9 boys'·13 girls'·22 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

1300 HIGBY ROAD, Monument, CO 80132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lewis-palmer High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Classical Academy High School (rated 9.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palmer Ridge High School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Discovery Canyon Campus High School (rated 7.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Monument, see our Monument schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Monument Charter Academy Monument 1.0 mi 8.3
Lewis-Palmer Elementary School Monument 1.2 mi 7.0
Education reEnvisioned School Monument 1.2 mi
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument 1.1 mi 5.9
Bear Creek Elementary School Monument 1.2 mi 7.7
Lewis-Palmer Middle School Monument 1.5 mi 6.6
Palmer Ridge High School Monument 2.2 mi 8.0
Antelope Trails Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.4 mi 5.8
Prairie Winds Elementary School Monument 3.4 mi 7.6
The Classical Academy Charter Colorado Springs 4.9 mi 8.7
The Classical Academy Middle School Colorado Springs 4.9 mi 7.9
The Classical Academy High School Colorado Springs 4.9 mi 9.0
Palmer Lake Elementary School Palmer Lake 4.4 mi 7.6
Discovery Canyon Campus High School Colorado Springs 4.7 mi 7.6
Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School Colorado Springs 4.7 mi 8.5
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School Colorado Springs 4.7 mi 8.4
The Da Vinci Academy School Colorado Springs 5.5 mi 6.5
Monument Charter Academy Secondary School Colorado Springs 4.8 mi 4.9
Douglass Valley Elementary School Usaf Academy 6.1 mi 7.8
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School Colorado Springs 5.8 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,176

Median Home Value

$700,900

Median Rent

$2,134/mo

Population

29,379

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.5

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School Rating
Glenwood Springs High School Glenwood Springs, CO 7.5
Littleton High School Littleton, CO 7.5
Niwot High School Niwot, CO 7.5
North High School Denver, CO 7.5
Standley Lake High School Westminster, CO 7.5
Discovery Canyon Campus High School Colorado Springs, CO 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lewis-palmer High School

What grades does Lewis-palmer High School serve?

Lewis-palmer High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lewis-palmer High School?

Lewis-palmer High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,171 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis-palmer High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lewis-palmer High School is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lewis-palmer High School rank in CO?

Lewis-palmer High School ranks #517 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Lewis-palmer High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lewis-palmer High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Lewis-palmer High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis-palmer High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Lewis-palmer High School a charter school?

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

Is Lewis-palmer High School a Title I school?

No, Lewis-palmer High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,171
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

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