Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lincoln Charter Academy ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Charter Academy's student population of 779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Charter Academy is 0.37, 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
#571 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
78%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Charter Academy's ranking?
Lincoln Charter Academy is ranked #571 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Charter Academy?
779 students attend Lincoln Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lincoln Charter Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Charter Academy?
Lincoln Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lincoln Charter Academy offer ?
Lincoln Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lincoln Charter Academy part of?
Lincoln Charter Academy is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Charter Academy located?
Lincoln Charter Academy is located in the Northwest Arvada neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Northwest Arvada.
School Calendar
View the Lincoln Charter Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School: 1st-8th Grade
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Kindergarten, Last Names A-L
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Kindergarten, Last Names M-Z
August 16, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of PreK
August 19, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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