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Boulder Valley School District

Fairview High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in Colorado
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Boulder, CO
  • 395 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
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Fairview High School is a top rated, public school located in Boulder, CO. It has 2,178 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 23 to 1. According to state test scores, 52% of students are at least proficient in math and 57% in reading.
    Address
    1515 Greenbriar Boulevard
    Boulder, CO 80305
    Telephone
    (720) 561-3100
    Website
    bvsd.org/pages/default.aspx
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    Fairview High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    57%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    52%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1330
    481 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    414 responses
    AP Enrollment
    28%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      C+
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Median Household Income
    $64,183
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,412
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $600,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    98%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.41 responses
    Poll
    85%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.41 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 147 responses
    Report
    • Football games
      27%
    • Theatre events
      17%
    • Pops
      15%
    • "JV Pom"
      14%
    • Concerts
      8%
    • Swim meets
      6%
    • Dances
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,178
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    12%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.50 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.50 responses
    96%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.50 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    23:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $76,250
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9.9%
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.65 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.65 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.65 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,787/ year
    National
    $12,239
    93%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.67 responses
    52%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.67 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.67 responses
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    Attending Fairview High School had granted me an excellent high school education! I would recommend this school because it provides many opportunities (clubs, internships, volunteer services, etc.) as well as necessary resources. The average high school freshman may have no clue what their passion is, but with Fairviews' College and Career Center, anyone can find their career path and the right school for them! The academics at Fairview are incredible and accurately prepare students for the real world. Overall, I love Fairview High School and am thankful for all that it has provided for me!
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    Fairview is great academically and athletically. Many students go on to top colleges and are well prepared, and many continue to play sports for top division schools. However, the school itself isn't as great. The school has gone through a recent renovation, which is great, however not at a great time. All the bathrooms but 2.5 are available for 2,300 students! Yikes! And they're not the best either, there is never toilet paper! And the parking is a mess. Don't buy a nice car for parking at school! But besides that, and the bad administration, FHS is a pretty fun place.
    From attending a very small middle school Fairview was a great experience into meeting more people and having more freedom and being in a large environment. In Fairview it's "cool" to be involved with the school through sports, student government, and other clubs. With over 2,000 other kids you get to meet brand new people every year and make friends, many of which I have still kept in contact with after graduation. Fairview students are energetic people with lots of school spirit and lot of motivation to excel. Fairview offers both IB and AP courses taught by teachers that are accommodating and can work with your to make time for extra help when you ask for it. Although they offer their best help, in Fairview you are treated as an adult and are responsible for yourself and your own work that will teach you independence, time management, and organization. Go Knights!