Serving 133 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alta Vista Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- 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
Alta Vista Charter School's student population of 133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Motto
Solid skills instruction; rich in content, in an environment that expects excellence in character and personal academic achievement.
School Rankings
Alta Vista Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Charter School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#419 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Charter School's ranking?
Alta Vista Charter School is ranked #419 out of 1,748 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 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Charter School?
133 students attend Alta Vista Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Alta Vista Charter School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Vista Charter School?
Alta Vista Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Charter School offer ?
Alta Vista Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta Vista Charter School part of?
Alta Vista Charter School is part of Lamar School District No. Re-2.
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