Widefield High School

Widefield High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
615 Widefield Dr,  Colorado Springs, CO
Widefield School District 3
3.7
2.6
1,352 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
21%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
80%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
21%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
72
Full Time Teachers
72
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
36.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
10.6%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
310:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
44.2%
Hispanic
31.3%
Two or more races
12.5%
Black
8.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Colorado State University 208 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 196 Students
University of Northern Colorado 136 Students
Colorado Mesa University 115 Students
Pikes Peak State College 115 Students
University of Colorado Denver 103 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 100 Students
University of Denver 75 Students
Colorado State University Pueblo 65 Students
Colorado College 62 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 54 Students
Psychology 50 Students
Business 47 Students
Biology 46 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 30 Students
Criminology 21 Students
Athletic Training 21 Students
Pre-Law Studies 19 Students
Music Performance 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 212 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/26/2023
This school is great when it comes to having student-teacher relationships with all of their students, making it a great place to be a student at. Although it has its flaws, some of the teachers make up for it by always being their for the students and always trying to help the students succeed.
2.0 Senior
10/27/2022
You can find like maybe 2 teachers that are really nice but other than that most of them try to find anything they can to get you "in trouble" and once they deem that youre in trouble than you get absolute no chance to defend yourself.
4.0 Senior
3/9/2021
The school has a community feeling and has great arts programs and stem programs, like PLTW (project lead the way).
GreatSchools Reviews
2.6 14 Reviews
principal
9/25/2024
Widefield High School provides a welcoming environment for all staff, students, and families.
2.0 other
11/10/2023
Now, let me be clear, there are far worse high schools out there than Widefield High. But, having graduated from it last year, I very much get the sense that somewhere around 80% of the budget is put into sports. Most of the other departments, except perhaps the music department, appear to operate o...
5.0 other
7/26/2023
I’m a Widefield graduate. This school serves many lower middle class families and students who have severe family issues. The staff teachers and administrations are phenomenal,I am now highly successful and much of that is because of the caring teachers and staff at Widefield. These folks work hard...
1.0 parent
5/20/2023
Terrible administration I can't even being to tell you. But if your kids go there and then you know what I am talking about.

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Widefield High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Colorado Springs, CO and is served by the Widefield School District 3 in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 1,352 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 21% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. Widefield High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.36, the graduation rate is 80%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $379,444. Discover additional schools in the area, like Discovery High School, Mesa Ridge High School, Spring Creek Youth Services Center, and more. Learn more about what Colorado Springs has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Widefield High School.

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