Serving 97 students in grades 9-12, Vision Charter Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower 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: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vision Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vision Charter Academy's student population of 97 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vision Charter Academy 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 Vision Charter Academy is 0.43, 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
#881 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
81%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vision Charter Academy's ranking?
Vision Charter Academy is ranked #881 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Vision Charter Academy often compared to?
Vision Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Garnet Mesa Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vision Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Vision Charter Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Vision Charter Academy?
97 students attend Vision Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Vision Charter Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vision Charter Academy?
Vision Charter Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vision Charter Academy offer ?
Vision Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vision Charter Academy part of?
Vision Charter Academy is part of Delta County Joint District No. 50 School District.
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