CIVA Charter High School, whose acronym stands for Character, Integrity, Vision, and the Arts, is a public charter school in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It is authorized by Colorado Springs District 11.
Serving 181 students in grades 9-12, Civa Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Civa Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Civa Charter Academy's student population of 181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To develop young people of character who acquire essential qualities of the educated individual.
School Rankings
Civa Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Civa Charter Academy is 0.44, 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
#269 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
73%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
ClimbingCross Country
FencingVolley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Civa Charter Academy's ranking?
Civa Charter Academy is ranked #269 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Civa Charter Academy often compared to?
Civa Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like James Irwin Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Civa Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Civa Charter Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Civa Charter Academy?
181 students attend Civa Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Civa Charter Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Civa Charter Academy?
Civa Charter Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Civa Charter Academy offer ?
Civa Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Civa Charter Academy part of?
Civa Charter Academy is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Civa Charter Academy located?
Civa Charter Academy is located in the Northeast Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 8 other public schools located in Northeast Colorado Springs.
School Reviews
5 9/17/2020
I am a certified teacher but now work as a sub at CIVA. Having now worked in 8 schools across Colorado over the years, I have NEVER experienced a school environment like CIVA. The students are polite, responsible, and real (and talented!); the staff is friendly and competent; and the admin work tenaciously for the students and their well-being, happily wearing multiple hats. I think it's CIVA''s welcoming, accepting nature of all by all that sets it apart the most. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found CIVA three school years ago and am extraordinarily grateful and excited every time I walk through its doors.
5 6/22/2015
CIVA Charter High School feels like family! The school has small class sizes. Teachers and staff give individual attention to each student and kids feel safe to be themselves. There are a lot of opportunities for students to take part in the arts and it has a strong curriculum that prepares them for college. Thank you CIVA! I'd encourage you to contact CIVA and see if it's right for your child! www.civacharterschool.org
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