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 616 students in grades 9-12, The Classical Academy High School ranks in the top 1% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Classical Academy High School serves the northern part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an attendance zone of approximately 19.1 square miles. Students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Classical Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The Classical Academy High School's student population of 616 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Classical Academy High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Classical Academy High School is 0.35, 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
#12 out of 1748 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Maroon, Silver
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Classical Academy High School's ranking?
The Classical Academy High School is ranked #12 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are The Classical Academy High School often compared to?
The Classical Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Vanguard School (High) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Classical Academy High School?
The graduation rate of The Classical Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend The Classical Academy High School?
616 students attend The Classical Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of The Classical Academy High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Classical Academy High School?
The Classical Academy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Classical Academy High School offer ?
The Classical Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Classical Academy High School part of?
The Classical Academy High School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is The Classical Academy High School located?
The Classical Academy High School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Many teachers don't have their teaching license and truly don't know how to teach reading/writing/math if a student needs more support from the chosen curriculum. I truly don't know why there is a long waiting list to attend this school. The draw to this school is the smaller class sizes but in the whole scheme of things, this should not be a factor when choosing the best educational option for your child. I'm relieved to no longer be a part of something that is taking a turn for the worse.
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