Mesa Ridge High School

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

6070 MESA RIDGE PARKWAY
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80911

mrhs.wsd3.org/

1,304 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Mesa Ridge High School, located in the Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 in Colorado Springs, is a prominent public high school serving a diverse student population. Known for its strong school spirit and academic commitment, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, rigorous core academics, and a variety of elective options designed to prepare students for both college and career pathways. The campus is well-regarded for its modern facilities and a supportive environment that emphasizes student achievement and personal growth.

Beyond the classroom, Mesa Ridge maintains a robust extracurricular program, featuring a wide array of varsity sports, competitive clubs, and performing arts opportunities. The school is particularly noted for its community-focused culture and its dedication to fostering leadership skills among its student body. By balancing academic excellence with active student engagement, Mesa Ridge High School aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their local community and beyond.

1,304

Total Students

69.2

Full-Time Teachers

18.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mesa Ridge High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	504
Hispanic	439
Black	158
Asian	18
Two or More	150
American Indian	15
Pacific Islander	20

White
504 (38.7%)
Hispanic
439 (33.7%)
Black
158 (12.1%)
Two or More
150 (11.5%)
Pacific Islander
20 (1.5%)
Asian
18 (1.4%)
American Indian
15 (1.2%)

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)391-3600
Website:	http://mrhs.wsd3.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,304
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	69.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	399
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	69

* 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 9 381

Grade 10 321

Grade 11 313

Grade 12 289