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#740 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 41% in state

Longmont High School

High School · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

1040 SUNSET STREET, Longmont, CO 80501

Enrollment

1,254

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#740 of 1,815

In Longmont

#14 of 30

public schools

In district

#29 of 54

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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6.8/10

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About Longmont High School

Longmont High School is a public high school in Longmont, CO, part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J.

Longmont High School serves approximately 1,254 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Longmont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Longmont High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Longmont High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation26.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,045
Chronic Absenteeism37.2%

Longmont High School — Students at Longmont High School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (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
71%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
35%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Longmont High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in CO
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
19
10 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
26.9% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
10 boys'·9 girls'·43 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

1040 SUNSET STREET, Longmont, CO 80501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longmont High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. St. Vrain Virtual High School (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Meridian High School (rated 4.9/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Longmont, see our Longmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longmont 0.2 mi
Mountain View Elementary School Longmont 0.5 mi 5.0
Longs Peak Middle School Longmont 0.6 mi 5.2
St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy Longmont 0.6 mi 5.4
Central Elementary School Longmont 0.9 mi 8.6
CROSSROADS SCHOOL Longmont 0.9 mi
SIERRA SCHOOL OF MAIN STREET Longmont 1.0 mi 5.7
HOPEWELL BAPTIST ACADEMY Longmont 1.0 mi
Northridge Elementary School Longmont 1.3 mi 5.2
Twin Peaks Charter Academy Longmont 1.5 mi 6.7
THE COTTAGE SCHOOL - TERRY Longmont 1.4 mi
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Longmont 1.3 mi 7.3
Sanborn Elementary School Longmont 1.6 mi 6.3
St. Vrain Community Montessori School Longmont 1.6 mi 6.1
LONGMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longmont 1.3 mi 7.8
Columbine Elementary School Longmont 1.3 mi 6.6
Longmont Estates Elementary School Longmont 1.6 mi 7.6
St. Vrain Virtual High School Longmont 2.1 mi 8.5
New Meridian High School Longmont 2.1 mi 4.9
Burlington Elementary School Longmont 2.1 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,705

Median Home Value

$461,400

Median Rent

$1,586/mo

Population

43,591

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

58%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longmont High School

What grades does Longmont High School serve?

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

How many students attend Longmont High School?

Longmont High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,254 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Longmont High School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longmont High School rank in CO?

Longmont High School ranks #740 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Longmont High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longmont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Longmont High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longmont High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Longmont High School a charter school?

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

Is Longmont High School a Title I school?

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

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

42.8% of students at Longmont 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,254
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.2%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
District Enrollment
31,757
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,045
District Rank
#29 of 54

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