Below Average
#1469 of 1,815 schools in CO
Mountainside Elementary School
Elementary School · Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an
5506 HARR AVENUE, Fort Carson, CO 80902
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,469 of 1,815
In Fort Carson
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#9 of 13
Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an
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Mountainside Elementary School
Elementary School in Fort Carson · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountainside Elementary School
Mountainside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Carson, CO, part of Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an. Mountainside Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountainside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,469 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Mountainside Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Mountainside Elementary 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
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Mountainside Elementary School — Students at Mountainside Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.1/10.
How Mountainside Elementary School Compares
See how Mountainside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5506 HARR AVENUE, Fort Carson, CO 80902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountainside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadmoor Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pinon Valley Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Carson, see our Fort Carson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Abrams Elementary School Fort Carson | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Pinon Valley Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Weikel Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Patriot Elementary School Fort Carson | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Carson Middle School Fort Carson | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Otero Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Aspire Online Academy Colorado Springs | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Fox Meadow Middle School Colorado Springs | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Oak Creek Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Harrison High School Colorado Springs | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School Colorado Springs | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| THE COLORADO SPRINGS SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Pinello Elementary School Colorado Springs | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Stratton Meadows Elementary School Colorado Springs | 4.0 mi | 3.4 |
| The Vanguard School (Elementary) Colorado Springs | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Sproul Junior High School Colorado Springs | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| The Vanguard School (High) Colorado Springs | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| The Vanguard School (Middle) Colorado Springs | 4.4 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,255
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
11,917
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
23
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| Independence Elementary School Aurora, CO | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountainside Elementary School
What grades does Mountainside Elementary School serve?
Mountainside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mountainside Elementary School?
Mountainside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountainside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountainside Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountainside Elementary School rank in CO?
Mountainside Elementary School ranks #1,469 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Mountainside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountainside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Mountainside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountainside Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountainside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mountainside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountainside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mountainside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountainside Elementary School?
55.9% of students at Mountainside Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (719) 382-1430
Resources & Links
District
Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an- District Enrollment
- 7,885
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,254
- District Rank
- #9 of 13
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