Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Academy International Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy International Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Academy International Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy International Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy International Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#229 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
4%
5%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy International Elementary School's ranking?
Academy International Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Academy International Elementary School often compared to?
Academy International Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Endeavour Elementary School, Rockrimmon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Academy International Elementary School?
394 students attend Academy International Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Academy International Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy International Elementary School?
Academy International Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Academy International Elementary School offer ?
Academy International Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Academy International Elementary School part of?
Academy International Elementary School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Academy International Elementary School located?
Academy International Elementary School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in Briargate.
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