Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning 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 33% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 25% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing motivated, independently thinking individuals who demonstrate strong character, academic achievement, social confidence and service to the community.
School Rankings
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning 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 Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning is 0.41, 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
#638 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning's ranking?
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning is ranked #638 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning often compared to?
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Tree Academy, Falcon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning?
399 students attend Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning?
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning offer ?
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning part of?
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning is part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49.
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