Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Coperni 3 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coperni 3's student population of 367 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Coperni 3 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coperni 3 is 0.60, 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
#1219 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
55%
37%
Black
11%
5%
White
30%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coperni 3's ranking?
Coperni 3 is ranked #1219 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Coperni 3?
367 students attend Coperni 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Coperni 3 students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coperni 3?
Coperni 3 has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coperni 3 offer ?
Coperni 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coperni 3 part of?
Coperni 3 is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
In what neighborhood is Coperni 3 located?
Coperni 3 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
5 1/17/2026
I have had both my boys go to this school since 2019 (during the pandemic they were the only school open), and they have shown a significant amount of academic growth. The teachers and staff are amazing, and they truly care. The principal, Mr. Mercado, has improved that school significantly. I am truly happy with Copernic 3.
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