6155 Fountain Valley School Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80911 - 
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"Fountain Valley School attracts success-oriented students who thrive in the small class environment, and would like to live and learn in a community that is defined by opportunities and accomplishments..."
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Fountain Valley
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1930 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 1100 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 244 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 29% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 22% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 66% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1760 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1553 - 1970 | - |
| Average ACT score | 26 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 11 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 74% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $31 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $44,100 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $23,900 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $49,500 | $40,100 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 41% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $22,700 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Randy Roach Kate Faricy Maiurro |
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| Associate Director of Admissions | O'Neal Turner | |
Course Listings: |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| 2-D Studio Art | 3-D Studio Art | |
| Biology | Calculus AB | |
| Calculus BC | Chemistry | |
| Economics (Macro/Micro) | English Language | |
| English Literature | Environmental Science | |
| French Language | Physics C | |
| Spanish Language | Spanish Literature | |
| Statistics | U.S. Government | |
| U.S. History | World History | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 19 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Basketball | |
| Climbing | Cross Country | |
| Dance | Diving | |
| Equestrian | Field Hockey | |
| Golf | Ice Hockey | |
| Lacrosse | Mountaineering | |
| Rock Climbing | Snowboarding | |
| Soccer | Swimming | |
| Tennis | Track and Field | |
| Volleyball | ||
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2005-2009 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| Colorado State University | 15 | |
| University of Denver | 10 | |
| University of Puget Sound | 8 | |
| Colorado College | 7 | |
| University of Colorado | 7 | |
| Syracuse University | 6 | |
| Boston University | 5 | |
| University of Montana | 5 | |
| Colorado School of Mines | 4 | |
| Purdue University | 4 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- Fountain Valley School attracts success-oriented students who thrive in the small class environment, and would like to live and learn in a community that is defined by opportunities and accomplishments.
- At FVS students pursue challenges that hold promise and rewards well beyond a successful college career. The School's academic, arts and athletic programs are greatly enhanced through experiential learning opportunities in the West. Such diverse learning opportunities are unique among the nation's independent secondary schools.
- For 80 years, a Fountain Valley education has been characterized by close interactions with a dedicated and accomplished faculty, and a community environment in which students make lasting friendships. The association with FVS community is a lifetime connection that is maintained and renewed because of the shared belief in the importance of the School's mission.
- LD types supported: mild learning differences
- School accreditations: Association of Colorado Independent Schools
- Profile last updated: 09/30/2011
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