School Overview
Fairview High School, located in the Table Mesa neighborhood of Boulder, Colorado, is a prominent public secondary institution within the Boulder Valley School District. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school serves a diverse student body and is consistently recognized as one of the top-performing high schools in the state. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and various concurrent enrollment opportunities that allow students to earn college credit while still in high school.

Beyond its academic focus, Fairview maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics, award-winning performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school’s location near the base of the Flatirons provides a unique backdrop for its community, which emphasizes student engagement, leadership development, and preparation for post-secondary success. As a cornerstone of the Boulder community, Fairview is widely regarded for its tradition of excellence and its commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and personal development.
1,863
Total Students
80.8
Full-Time Teachers
23.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
14.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fairview High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,268
Hispanic225
Black23
Asian189
Two or More145
American Indian7
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,268 (68.2%)
  • Hispanic
    225 (12.1%)
  • Asian
    189 (10.2%)
  • Two or More
    145 (7.8%)
  • Black
    23 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
Phone: (720)561-3100
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,863
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 80.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 246
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24
Grades Taught
Grade 9 495
Grade 10 473
Grade 11 429
Grade 12 466

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fairview High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9495
Grade 10473
Grade 11429
Grade 12466
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fairview High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female85946.1%
Male99953.6%
Not Specified50.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)