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Excellent

#286 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 16% in state

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School

High School · Summit School District No. Re 1

PO BOX 7, Frisco, CO 80443

Enrollment

80

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#286 of 1,815

In Frisco

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Summit School District No. Re 1

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School

8.1/10

High School in Frisco · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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7.0/10

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About Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School is a public high school in Frisco, CO, part of Summit School District No. Re 1. Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 80 students, Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 8:1 students to teachers, Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.8% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.6% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness9.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,171

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School — Students at Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 23 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
15%
2025
Math
23.8%
ELA
28.6%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School Compares

See how Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in CO
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses4 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

PO BOX 7, Frisco, CO 80443

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cloud City High School (rated 8.3/10, 26.1 miles away, in nearby Leadville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Summit High School (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy (VSSA) (rated 6.3/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Minturn), a more accessible option. For more schools in Frisco, see our Frisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Middle School Frisco 0.0 mi 5.6
Frisco Elementary School Frisco 0.9 mi 7.0
THE PEAK SCHOOL Frisco 1.0 mi 6.1
Summit High School Frisco 2.1 mi 6.8
Dillon Valley Elementary School Dillon 4.7 mi 6.7
Silverthorne Elementary School Silverthorne 5.3 mi 4.1
Summit Cove Elementary School Dillon 4.5 mi 7.1
Upper Blue Elementary School Breckenridge 6.1 mi 7.3
Breckenridge Elementary School Breckenridge 7.7 mi 7.4
VAIL MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Vail 13.1 mi 7.2
Red Sandstone Elementary School Vail 16.6 mi 7.3
Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy (VSSA) Minturn 17.3 mi 6.3
Edith Teter Elementary School Fairplay 25.3 mi 4.2
South Park High School Fairplay 25.3 mi 5.5
South Park Middle School Fairplay 25.3 mi 5.7
Homestake Peak School Avon 20.6 mi 6.3
Lake County Elementary School Leadville 25.3 mi 3.8
Lake County Intermediate School Leadville 26.0 mi 6.0
Lake County High School Leadville 26.1 mi 6.1
Cloud City High School Leadville 26.1 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,179

Median Home Value

$844,400

Median Rent

$2,542/mo

Population

3,941

College Educated

60.4%

Homeownership

65.4%

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

48.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School

What grades does Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School serve?

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School?

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School rank in CO?

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School ranks #286 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School a charter school?

No, Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School a Title I school?

No, Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Snowy Peaks Junior/senior High School?

43.8% of students at Snowy Peaks Junior/senior 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.8%
Type
alternative
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Summit County
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Summit School District No. Re 1
District Enrollment
3,570
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,171
District Rank
#1 of 9

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