Academy Charter School serves 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Academy Charter School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Charter School's student population of 582 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Charter School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Academy Charter School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
2%
4%
White
79%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Charter School's ranking?
Academy Charter School is ranked #388 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Academy Charter School?
582 students attend Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Academy Charter School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Charter School?
Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Academy Charter School offer ?
Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Academy Charter School part of?
Academy Charter School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
School Calendar
View the Academy Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Dismissal 11:45
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
1 8/19/2021
This school is petty and more interested in bossing everyone around rather than what is best for parents and students. My child currently goes to this school and in my opinion, this is the worst school I have been involved in. The school principal is more worried about liability than what is good for the kids who attend. #1 Apparently they were sued over 5 years ago because a kid was injured on the playground so NOW no parents are allowed to utilize the playground or soccer field in the morning before school nor after school. Last year My son and I went to school early every morning to practice soccer and spend time together without any problems. The new principal Erin McMillan has effectively put a stop to all activities from parents with attending kids. I tried to go early to spend time with my son on the soccer fields and have been escorted off the field and told I was not allowed to be there before during or after school due to liability issues. Instead of working with us and figuring out a way for us and others to spend time with our kids enjoying the school and its facilities before and after school She instead had us escorted off the field and threatened us with the on-staff officer Instead of working toward a solution like signing a waiver she and her governing board apparently DON''T CARE ABOUT WHAT THE ATTENDING PARENTS WANT.
1 3/24/2021
LITERALLY, hell on earth, don't send your kids here. If you love them you would stay, far, far, away. Teachers are petty and rude. Very detrimental to my mental health.
1 3/8/2021
I went to this school for 9 years and I regret it. Please don't ever send your kid through this school. They care more about numbers and statistics than the student. Do not send your kid here. I am not exaggerating. I am about to graduate high school and this school is the biggest waste of time.
5 2/28/2012
Think twice before sending your kids here! Administration, staff not very involved or concerned for individual childrens needs. curriculum wonderful, location fine, Overall feel no community or support for anyone outside of the circle formed by the administrators...
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