Serving 158 students in grades 9-12, Community Prep Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Prep Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Community Prep Charter School's student population of 158 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Community Prep 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 Community Prep Charter School 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
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
30-39%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Prep Charter School's ranking?
Community Prep Charter School is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Community Prep Charter School often compared to?
Community Prep Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Valley High School, The Bijou School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Prep Charter School?
The graduation rate of Community Prep Charter School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Community Prep Charter School?
158 students attend Community Prep Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Community Prep Charter School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Prep Charter School?
Community Prep Charter School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Community Prep Charter School offer ?
Community Prep Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Community Prep Charter School part of?
Community Prep Charter School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Community Prep Charter School located?
Community Prep Charter School is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
School Reviews
Review Community Prep Charter School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
