MOUNTAIN VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL

MOUNTAIN VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harrison School District No. 2 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 621 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, MOUNTAIN VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MOUNTAIN VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL, located in Colorado Springs, is a public school serving students within the Harrison School District 2. As a community-focused institution, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive environment that addresses both the academic and social-emotional needs of its diverse student body. By aligning with the broader goals of Harrison School District 2, the school works to provide equitable learning opportunities and personalized instruction designed to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school is deeply integrated into its local neighborhood, functioning as a hub that promotes engagement between students, families, and staff. Its curriculum and extracurricular programming are structured to encourage critical thinking, character development, and active participation in the community. Through a combination of dedicated faculty and a commitment to inclusive education, MOUNTAIN VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL strives to create a safe and motivating atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and become responsible, lifelong learners.

For more information, contact MOUNTAIN VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL at (719) 579-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2550 DORSET DRIVE
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910-2154
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MOUNTAIN VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 621 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
621
Teachers:
41.46
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 621 students

Hispanic/Latino
54.3%
White
21.4%
Black or African American
14.2%
Two or more races
5.6%
Asian
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
45.1%
Male
54.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.