Serving 1,021 students in grades 9-12, Discovery Canyon Campus High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (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 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Canyon Campus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Discovery Canyon Campus High School's student population of 1,021 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,021 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Feel the THUNDER
School Rankings
Discovery Canyon Campus High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Canyon Campus High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
67%
49%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Canyon Campus High School's ranking?
Discovery Canyon Campus High School is ranked #207 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Discovery Canyon Campus High School often compared to?
Discovery Canyon Campus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 Discovery Canyon Campus High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery Canyon Campus High School is 93%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Discovery Canyon Campus High School?
1,021 students attend Discovery Canyon Campus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Discovery Canyon Campus High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Canyon Campus High School?
Discovery Canyon Campus High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery Canyon Campus High School offer ?
Discovery Canyon Campus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Canyon Campus High School part of?
Discovery Canyon Campus High School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Canyon Campus High School located?
Discovery Canyon Campus High School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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