Serving 1,263 students in grades 9-12, Falcon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falcon High School's student population of 1,263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Mascot
Falcon
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1900
School Calendar
School Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Falcon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falcon High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#793 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
4%
5%
White
64%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falcon High School's ranking?
Falcon High School is ranked #793 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Falcon High School often compared to?
Falcon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Ridge High School, Air Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Falcon High School?
The graduation rate of Falcon High School is 89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Falcon High School?
1,263 students attend Falcon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Falcon High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falcon High School?
Falcon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Falcon High School offer ?
Falcon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falcon High School part of?
Falcon High School is part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49.
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