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Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12

Cheyenne Mountain High School

#2 in Best Public High Schools in Colorado Springs Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 168 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      C
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Cheyenne Mountain High School is a top rated, public school located in Colorado Springs, CO. It has 1,267 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 60% of students are at least proficient in math and 63% in reading.
    Address
    1200 Cresta Road
    Colorado Springs, CO 80906
    Telephone
    (719) 475-6110
    Website
    cmhs.cmsd12.org/pf4/cms2_site/view_deployment?d=x&theme_id=ip1g8gxe1wjcrpm&group_id=1500178973193

    Cheyenne Mountain High School Rankings

    Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.

    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    63%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    60%
    Average Graduation Rate
    96%
    Average SAT
    1290
    163 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    170 responses
    AP Enrollment
    54%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $58,158
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,013
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $233,100
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    92%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.13 responses
    Poll
    85%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.13 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 35 responses
    Report
    • Akchita, the traditional Native American welcome
      34%
    • Freshman introductions
      17%
    • The bi-yearly talent show
      14%
    • Band Concerts
      9%
    • Basketball games
      9%
    • Soccer Games
      9%
    • Choir concerts
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,267
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    10%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.18 responses
    94%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.18 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.18 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    16:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $47,526
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    28.2%
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.20 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.20 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.20 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Expenses Per Student
    $9,869/ year
    National
    $12,239
    81%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.27 responses
    41%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.27 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.27 responses
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    Cheyenne Mountain High School Reviews

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    Very nice school! The teachers can be accommodating since they know how hard the academics are. Of course there is a lot of homework and the workload can be a lot, but it really prepares you for the future. The students are great and the athletics are amazing even though they used to be better. A great school, but has its flaws like every other school.
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    Cheyenne is an interesting school. It was definitley an intellectual challenge for those interested in taking and utilizing the AP courses, which made the transition to college significantly easier seeing as you were overly prepared. This was a challenge in high school, for the classes can be extremely strenuous but they do teach you a lot. The atmosphere is interesting. There is very little diversity and a lot of entitlement. The sport teams are good, but there is very little school spirit. The overarching feeling of academic success is good in some ways and bad in others. Overall, the school is very good, teachers are amazing, and you will learn a lot.
    I love Cheyenne Mountain. The new school is beautiful, and the staff are very personable and want you to achieve. There are so many clubs, sports, and activities that are offered here, so you are never bored and always have something to do! The human resources and support from the counseling office, college services, and administration are invaluable and the very best quality here at Cheyenne.