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Extracurriculars A
Geo & Community A-
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Year-Long International Student Program Senior Capstone + Global Scholar Diploma Mountain Sports - Competitive Mountain Biking, Competitive Climbing, Ski + Snowboard Club Interim Expedition Program to 15 Destinations English and Western Riding Program with 70 Horses 1,100 Acre Prairie Campus + Secondary Campus in the Rocky Mountains
Spanning over 1,100 acres of Prairie with breathtaking views of and easy access to the Rocky Mountains, Fountain Valley School of Colorado offers an unmatched experience for boarding, day, and international students in Colorado Springs. Campus resources include 10 spacious Adoble-style residence halls, gourmet dining services, robust campus-wide technology, and state-of-the-art science, art, and athletic facilities. Additionally, the School's 40-acre Class of 1969 Mountain Campus near Buena Vista, Colo. encourages students to get outside their comfort zones, engage in place-based learning, and connect with themselves, their classmates, and nature. As a result, FVS alumni go on to attend some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the world and find great success professionally.

Fountain Valley believes in providing a unique, comprehensive college preparatory education that prepares students for the world beyond the classroom. FVS's global community thrives on interdisciplinary learning, with academic departments working together to provide a challenging curriculum while leaning into aspects of the Great American West that are specific to each grade level. Students get outside, using the land and surrounding areas to connect traditional learning with an emphasis on conceptual application.

With a barn of over 60 horses, FVS offers opportunities for coed equestrian endeavors and western riding, further enhancing the connection between students and the stunning landscape that surrounds the School. Similar to the School's educational model, FVS athletics support a variety of traditional and Western pursuits, as students marvel at the 60,000-square-foot Julie and Spencer Penrose Athletic Center complete with the largest indoor high school climbing wall in the nation, and at the 12-miles of mountain biking trails that criss-cross a vast Prairie campus.

We invite you to explore what makes our school truly unique in the academic landscape.
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Fountain Valley School of Colorado | Colorado Springs, CO - Ranking | Tuition & Admissions (2026) | FindingSchool

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Top 100 College Matriculation Rankings
Top 50 Review Rankings
Top 100 Extracurricular Rankings
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$75,900
Enrollment
220
International Students
30%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
74%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$58 million
Average SAT Score
1409
Average ACT Score
29
Class Size
10
Boarding %
70

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2020-2026)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#2 Harvard College 1
#5 Yale University 1
LAC #1 Williams College 2
#6 University of Chicago 2
Parsons The New School for Design 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 2
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#13 Dartmouth College 2

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Academics

AP Scores

(2024-2025)
Number of students who took AP tests
73
Number of tests taken
172
30%
42%
20%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Equivalent and Beyond

(29)
Advanced Biology
Advanced Calculus AB
Advanced Calculus BC
Advanced Chemistry
Advanced Computer Science
Advanced English Language & Composition
Advanced Biology
Advanced Calculus AB
Advanced Calculus BC
Advanced Chemistry
Advanced Computer Science
Advanced English Language & Composition
Advanced English Literature & Composition
Advanced Environmental Science
Advanced French Language & Culture
Advanced Mandarin Language & Culture
Advanced Music Theory
Advanced Macroeconomics
Advanced Microeconomics
Advanced Physics C: Mechanics
Advanced United States Government & Politics
Advanced United States History
Advanced Comparative Government
Advanced Precalculus & Calculus
Advanced Spanish Language & Culture
Advanced Spanish Literature & Culture
Advanced Statistics
Honors Differential Equations
Honors Discrete Mathematics
Honors History: Freedom & Authority
Honors History of the Modern Middle East
Honors Linear Algebra
Honors Modern World History
Honors Multivariable Calculus
Honors Nuclear Chemistry
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Sports

(10)
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Mountain Biking
Climbing
Swimming
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Mountain Biking
Climbing
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Soccer
Western
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(15)
Environmental Protection Club
Film Club
Varsity Club
Athenaea Literary Magazine
Alianza Latino-Hispana
Art Club
Environmental Protection Club
Film Club
Varsity Club
Athenaea Literary Magazine
Alianza Latino-Hispana
Art Club
Asian Student Alliance
Black Student Union
Chess Club
Diplomacy Club
Equine Science Club
Girl's Leadership Club
Future Health Professionals Club
LGBTQIA+ Alliance
MatchWits
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Arts

(8)
Theater
Ceramics
Photography
Choir
Music
Studio Art
Theater
Ceramics
Photography
Choir
Music
Studio Art
Metal
Performing
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1930
Campus Size: 1100 acres
Boarding Rate: 70%
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 02/01
Interview: Zoom, On Campus, International Admission Visits
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
Other Accepted Scores: Duolingo 120
School Code:
TOEFL: 8089
SSAT: 3244
ISEE: 570815

Frequently Ask Questions about Fountain Valley School of Colorado

Tell me a bit about Fountain Valley School of Colorado.
Fountain Valley School of Colorado is Co-ed private boarding school located in Colorado, US. It was founded 1930 , and currently has about 220 students, 30.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.fvs.edu.
Does Fountain Valley School of Colorado have rigorous academic requirements?
In recent years, 42 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Fountain Valley School of Colorado also have 74% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Fountain Valley School of Colorado students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.24% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 9.18% go to top 25, and about 2.55% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Fountain Valley School of Colorado?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Fountain Valley School of Colorado’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Fountain Valley School of Colorado?
The total fee for Fountain Valley School of Colorado in 2024 is $75,900 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@fvs.edu .
Where is Fountain Valley School of Colorado located?
Fountain Valley School of Colorado is located in the State of Colorado of USA. The closest major city is Colorado Springs, which is about 8 miles away from school. Most families can choose Colorado Springs Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Fountain Valley School of Colorado on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Fountain Valley School of Colorado is among the most popular schools, within top 84 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Fountain Valley School of Colorado has been favorited by 361 users.
How do I complete an application for Fountain Valley School of Colorado?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Fountain Valley School of Colorado. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Fountain Valley School of Colorado’s official site: https://www.fvs.edu or call them at 719-391-5251.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Fountain Valley School of Colorado?
The closest major city is Colorado Springs. You can find out more schools near Colorado Springs here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Fountain Valley School of Colorado?
The overall rating for Fountain Valley School of Colorado is A.

The section ratings of Fountain Valley School of Colorado are:
A- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Colorado Springs, located at an elevation of 6,035 feet, sits at the eastern base of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The city is known for its proximity to Pikes Peak, a towering 14,114-foot peak in Pike National Forest, which offers hiking trails and a scenic cog railway to the summit. Colorado Springs is also home to the stunning Garden of the Gods park, famous for its striking red sandstone formations and breathtaking mountain views. The city’s outdoor recreation and natural beauty make it a popular destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

Population (2022) 380,307
Cost of Living Higher than average 5%
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