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#942 of 1,815 schools in CO

Mountain Range High School

High School · Adams 12 Five Star Schools

12500 HURON STREET, Westminster, CO 80234

Enrollment

1,742

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#942 of 1,815

In Westminster

#11 of 29

public schools

In district

#19 of 53

Adams 12 Five Star Schools

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Mountain Range High School

6.2/10

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

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4.4/10

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About Mountain Range High School

Mountain Range High School is a public high school in Westminster, CO, part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools. Mountain Range High School serves approximately 1,742 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Range High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #942 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain Range High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Mountain Range 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 Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation19.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,748
Chronic Absenteeism41.6%

Mountain Range High School — Students at Mountain Range High School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (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
74%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
28%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Mountain Range High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in CO
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
15
7 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
87 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.3% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
7 boys'·8 girls'·16 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

12500 HURON STREET, Westminster, CO 80234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain Range High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Legacy High School (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Broomfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pathways Future Center (rated 5.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Thornton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Vantage Point (rated 4.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Northglenn), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Silver Hills Middle School Northglenn 0.1 mi 4.4
Pathways Future Center Thornton 0.7 mi 5.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THORNTON Thornton 0.8 mi 4.2
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Thornton 0.9 mi
Five Star Online Academy Thornton 0.9 mi
Arapahoe Ridge Elementary School Westminster 1.0 mi 4.0
Westgate Community School Thornton 1.0 mi 6.6
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Broomfield 1.5 mi
FLATIRON'S ACADEMY Westminster 1.2 mi 4.4
FLATIRONS ACADEMY West Minster 1.2 mi 5.8
Global Village Academy - North Thornton 1.6 mi 8.5
Hunters Glen Elementary School Thornton 1.5 mi 5.2
Century Middle School Thornton 1.6 mi 4.7
Centennial Elementary School Broomfield 1.6 mi 4.8
Westlake Middle School Broomfield 1.8 mi 7.2
Stukey Elementary School Northglenn 2.0 mi 5.8
Vantage Point Northglenn 2.1 mi 4.0
Legacy High School Broomfield 1.9 mi 7.8
Malley Drive Elementary School Northglenn 1.9 mi 3.9
STEM Lab Northglenn 1.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,714

Median Home Value

$493,900

Median Rent

$1,772/mo

Population

29,573

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

36.2

Similar Schools

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Overland High School Aurora, CO 6.3
Riverdale Ridge High School Thornton, CO 6.3
Doherty High School Colorado Springs, CO 6.1
Greeley Central High School Greeley, CO 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain Range High School

What grades does Mountain Range High School serve?

Mountain Range High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mountain Range High School?

Mountain Range High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,742 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Range High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Range High School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain Range High School rank in CO?

Mountain Range High School ranks #942 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Mountain Range High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain Range High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mountain Range High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Range High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Mountain Range High School a charter school?

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

Is Mountain Range High School a Title I school?

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

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

53.6% of students at Mountain Range 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
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,742
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
87
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Adams County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Adams 12 Five Star Schools
District Enrollment
34,998
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,748
District Rank
#19 of 53

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