Mountain Vista High School is a public high school located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. It is part of the Douglas County School District.
Serving 2,217 students in grades 9-12, Mountain Vista High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mountain Vista High School's student population of 2,217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
White, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Vista High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Vista High School is 0.46, 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
#85 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Vista High School's ranking?
Mountain Vista High School is ranked #85 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mountain Vista High School often compared to?
Mountain Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Canyon High School, Thunderridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Vista High School is 97%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mountain Vista High School?
2,217 students attend Mountain Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mountain Vista High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Vista High School?
Mountain Vista High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mountain Vista High School offer ?
Mountain Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Vista High School part of?
Mountain Vista High School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Vista High School located?
Mountain Vista High School is located in the Southridge neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Southridge.
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