Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, Discovery High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Discovery High School's student population of 83 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#926 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery High School's ranking?
Discovery High School is ranked #926 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School is 20%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
83 students attend Discovery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Discovery High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery High School?
Discovery High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery High School offer ?
Discovery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery High School part of?
Discovery High School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Discovery High School located?
Discovery High School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 13 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
School Calendar
View the Discovery High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School (grades 6,9, and 1-5)
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School (grades 7,8,10,11, and 12)
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
Last Day for Schedule Changes
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of Hexter 1
September 17, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day for Schedule Changes
September 23, 2026 (Wednesday)
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