Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction serves 285 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction is 0.41, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction?
285 students attend Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction offer ?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction part of?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
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