Serving 594 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cherry Creek Charter Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Creek Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Creek Charter Academy's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Motto
'Building Our Future of Academic Excellence in a Value Rich Community'
School Rankings
Cherry Creek Charter Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Creek Charter Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#30 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
6%
5%
White
47%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Creek Charter Academy's ranking?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy is ranked #30 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Cherry Creek Charter Academy often compared to?
Cherry Creek Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Cherry Creek Charter Academy?
594 students attend Cherry Creek Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cherry Creek Charter Academy students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Creek Charter Academy?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cherry Creek Charter Academy offer ?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Creek Charter Academy part of?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
School Calendar
View the Cherry Creek Charter Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School - 1st-8th Grade
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of School - Kindergarten
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
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