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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

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Westminster

#20 of 29

public schools

Colorado high schools

#322 of 403

In district

#44 of 53

Adams 12 Five Star Schools

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very strong

About Mountain Range High School

Mountain Range High School serves 1,742 students in grades 9-12 in Westminster, Colorado, with a student-teacher ratio of 20:1 across 87 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks #1071 out of 1,831 Colorado high schools, placing it in the 42nd percentile statewide, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. Academically, the school shows room for growth, with 28% of students achieving proficiency or above in math across grade levels.

The school's academic score of 5.9 out of 10 indicates opportunities for continued development in student achievement. Mountain Range High School sits in the 80234 ZIP code area, a community with a median household income of $86,131 and a median home value of $464,100. The neighborhood has a college graduation rate of 37% for residents with bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 7.3%.

With nearly 29,000 residents in the surrounding area, the school serves families in a well-established suburban community. As a regular public high school, Mountain Range operates within Adams County's large suburban setting, providing comprehensive secondary education to students from this economically stable Westminster neighborhood.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28%
Reading/ELA Proficiency55%
Overall Proficiency42%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation19.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,222

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 27.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
31%
ELA
57%
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: 4.7/10.

How Mountain Range High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
20th percentile in CO
Academic
7.5/10
7.5/10
Growth
4.7/10
Below average
Environment
3.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
87 teachers

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 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Broomfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vantage Point (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Northglenn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pathways Future Center (rated 4.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Thornton), with a very similar rating. 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 5.5
Pathways Future Center Thornton 0.7 mi 4.8
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 3.9
Westgate Community School Thornton 1.0 mi 5.7
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Broomfield 1.5 mi
FLATIRON'S ACADEMY Westminster 1.2 mi 4.3
FLATIRONS ACADEMY West Minster 1.2 mi 5.8
Global Village Academy - North Thornton 1.6 mi 6.7
Hunters Glen Elementary School Thornton 1.5 mi 6.2
Century Middle School Thornton 1.6 mi 5.2
Centennial Elementary School Broomfield 1.6 mi 5.6
Westlake Middle School Broomfield 1.8 mi 5.8
Stukey Elementary School Northglenn 2.0 mi 7.0
Vantage Point Northglenn 2.1 mi 6.0
Legacy High School Broomfield 1.9 mi 7.3
Malley Drive Elementary School Northglenn 1.9 mi 5.2
STEM Lab Northglenn 1.9 mi 5.9

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Mountain Range High School has a median household income of $88,714. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $493,900, with a median rent of $1,772/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Montrose High School Montrose, CO 5.0
Northglenn High School Northglenn, CO 5.0
Sand Creek High School Colorado Springs, CO 5.0
Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County Parker, CO 4.9
Falcon High School Peyton, CO 4.9
Prairie View High School Henderson, CO 4.9

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 is ranked #1461 out of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Mountain Range High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain Range High School has a composite rating of 5.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mountain Range High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mountain Range High School has 27.0% math proficiency and 56.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,873/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Westminster). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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