Summary:
The El Paso County Colorado School District 49 is home to 7 high schools that vary in size, student demographics, academic performance, and other key metrics. While the district serves a diverse student population, there is a significant gap in academic achievement between the top-performing schools and the lower-performing ones.
At the top of the district's high schools is Pikes Peak Early College, a virtual public high school that ranks 30th out of 349 Colorado high schools and boasts exceptional academic results, with 65.8% of 11th graders proficient or better in CMAS Science and 81% proficient or better in SAT Reading/Writing. In contrast, Patriot High School and Vista Ridge High School have lower proficiency rates, but still outperform the district and state averages on many academic metrics.
The high schools in El Paso County Colorado School District 49 serve students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, with free/reduced lunch rates varying from 23.24% at Falcon High School to 43.99% at Sand Creek High School. This diversity in the district is an important consideration for ensuring equitable access and support for all students.
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