The Classical Academy is a kindergarten through twelfth grade public charter school located in northern Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It is chartered through Academy School District 20.
Serving 1,871 students in grades Kindergarten-6, The Classical Academy Charter 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 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Classical Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The Classical Academy Charter's student population of 1,871 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Navy Blue, Maroon, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Classical Academy Charter ranks within the top 5% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Classical Academy Charter is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#60 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
79%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Classical Academy Charter's ranking?
The Classical Academy Charter is ranked #60 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend The Classical Academy Charter?
1,871 students attend The Classical Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of The Classical Academy Charter students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Classical Academy Charter?
The Classical Academy Charter has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Classical Academy Charter offer ?
The Classical Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Classical Academy Charter part of?
The Classical Academy Charter is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is The Classical Academy Charter located?
The Classical Academy Charter is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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