Lookout Mountain ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lookout Mountain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Lookout Mountain ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lookout Mountain's ranking?
Lookout Mountain is ranked #471 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lookout Mountain often compared to?
Lookout Mountainis often viewed alongside schools like Respect Academy, Goal Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What grades does Lookout Mountain offer ?
Lookout Mountain offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lookout Mountain part of?
Lookout Mountain is part of Division Of Youth Services School District.
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