Serving 172 students in grades 9-12, Community Prep Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Prep Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Community Prep Charter School's student population of 172 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Community Prep Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community Prep Charter School is 0.67, 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
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
35%
Black
6%
5%
White
41%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Prep Charter School's ranking?
Community Prep Charter School is ranked #471 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Community Prep Charter School often compared to?
Community Prep Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Valley Campus, The Bijou School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Prep Charter School?
The graduation rate of Community Prep Charter School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Community Prep Charter School?
172 students attend Community Prep Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Community Prep Charter School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Prep Charter School?
Community Prep Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Community Prep Charter School offer ?
Community Prep Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Community Prep Charter School part of?
Community Prep Charter School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Community Prep Charter School located?
Community Prep Charter School is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
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