Widefield High School

School District No. 3 in the county of El Paso and State of

615 WIDEFIELD DRIVE
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80911

whs.wsd3.org/

1,193 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Widefield High School, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, serves as a cornerstone of the Widefield School District 3. Known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, the institution focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. The school offers a diverse range of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and various elective opportunities designed to cater to a wide array of student interests and career aspirations.

Beyond the classroom, Widefield High School places a significant emphasis on extracurricular engagement, boasting a competitive athletics program and a variety of clubs, performing arts, and student organizations. The school's culture is rooted in its "Gladiator" pride, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to be well-rounded individuals. By blending rigorous academic standards with a robust support system, the school aims to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are prepared to contribute positively to their community.

1,193

Total Students

70.3

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

39.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Widefield High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	485
Hispanic	416
Black	120
Asian	22
Two or More	133
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	12

White
485 (40.7%)
Hispanic
416 (34.9%)
Two or More
133 (11.1%)
Black
120 (10.1%)
Asian
22 (1.8%)
Pacific Islander
12 (1.0%)
American Indian
5 (0.4%)

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:	School District No. 3 in the county of El Paso and State of
Phone:	(719)391-3200
Website:	http://whs.wsd3.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,193
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	70.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	388
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	80

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 322

Grade 10 286

Grade 11 288

Grade 12 297