Serving 594 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cherry Creek Charter Academy 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 71% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Creek Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cherry Creek Charter Academy's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherry Creek Charter Academy 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 Cherry Creek Charter Academy is 0.68, which is more 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
#29 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
3%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
8%
5%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Creek Charter Academy's ranking?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy is ranked #29 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Cherry Creek Charter Academy often compared to?
Cherry Creek Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Cherry Creek Charter Academy?
594 students attend Cherry Creek Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cherry Creek Charter Academy students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Creek Charter Academy?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cherry Creek Charter Academy offer ?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cherry Creek Charter Academy part of?
Cherry Creek Charter Academy is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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