6155 Fountain Valley School Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
Tel: 719-391-5251
- "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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- University of Colorado at Boulder There is a required trip the week before spring break where you can go to the Bahamas to learn about marine life, go to China, France, New Orleans, and many other places. The majority of. . .
- University of Colorado Denver FVS is extremely unique in the sense that it allows students to engage in not just one aspect of life. There is a really healthy balance between academic, athletic, and artistic activities in the schedule. . .
- Colorado College The location in the Rocky Mountain west is unparalleled. The amount of experiential learning that can occur both on campus and in the amazing nature that surrounds our region is unique to FVS. The Western. . .
| Definition of Terms 2016 School Data |
Fountain Valley | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1930 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 1100 acres | 110 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 226 students | 298 students |
| % Students of Color | 33%
|
20%
|
| % International Students | 37%
|
20%
|
| % Students Boarding | 65%
|
68%
|
| Average SAT Score | 1800 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1643 - 2024 | - |
| Average ACT score | 27 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 16 | 16 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80%
|
70%
|
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $38 million | $16 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) |
$52,700 | $51,700 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) |
$28,200 | $28,500 |
| Tuition international students | $57,625 | $47,000 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 41%
|
35%
|
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $22,700 | $21,582 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 66%
|
57%
|
| Director of Admissions | Kila McCann | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | O'Neal Turner | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 16 | 16 |
| Courses | 2-D Studio Art, 3-D Studio Art, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese Lanaguage, Computer Science A, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, French Language, Physics C, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, U.S. History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 17 | 14 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Diving, Equestrian, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 32 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Academic Honor Society, Admission Ambassador, Art Barn Assistants, Athenaea (student newspaper), Big/Little Siblings, Biomedical Sciences Club, Chinese Language & Culture Club, Christian Fellowship Club, Community Service Council, Conservation Corps, Film Club, French Club, Global Affairs Forum, Guitar Club, Hispanic Honor Society, Instrumental, International Student Club, Jazz Club, Language Clubs and Honors Societies, Matchwits, Math Club, Mt. Bike Weekend, Music Importers Club, Round Square Club, Ski/Snowboarding Club, | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2013 - 2016 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of Colorado | 18 | |
| Colorado College | 10 | |
| University of Denver | 9 | |
| University of Puget Sound | 7 | |
| Colorado State University | 6 | |
| New York University | 5 | |
| Occidental College | 5 | |
| Mount Holyoke College | 3 | |
| University of California, San Diego | 3 | |
| University of Illinois | 3 | |
| 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 86 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. Take a look at FVS from the sky in our drone videos by alumnus Max Seigal '06A View From the SkyAthletics in the Fall
- School accreditations: Association of Colorado Independent Schools
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