Serving 1,874 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 33%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% 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
School Overview
Academy Of Charter Schools's student population of 1,874 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcat
School Rankings
Academy Of Charter Schools ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Charter Schools is 0.60, 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
#623 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Charter Schools's ranking?
Academy Of Charter Schools is ranked #623 out of 1,748 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 33% 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 85-89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Academy Of Charter Schools?
1,874 students attend Academy Of Charter Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Academy Of Charter Schools students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Academy Of Charter Schools offer ?
Academy Of Charter Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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