Serving 1,890 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Academy Of Charter Schools 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 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Charter Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Academy Of Charter Schools's student population of 1,890 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy Of Charter Schools 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 Academy Of Charter Schools is 0.59, 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
#617 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
31%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Charter Schools's ranking?
Academy Of Charter Schools is ranked #617 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of Charter Schools?
The graduation rate of Academy Of Charter Schools is 90-94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Academy Of Charter Schools?
1,890 students attend Academy Of Charter Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Academy Of Charter Schools students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of Charter Schools?
Academy Of Charter Schools has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Academy Of Charter Schools offer ?
Academy Of Charter Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Academy Of Charter Schools part of?
Academy Of Charter Schools is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Charter Schools located?
Academy Of Charter Schools is located in the North Central Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Central Westminster.
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