Colorado Springs Charter Academy
Charter School
295 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Colorado Springs Charter Academy (CSCA) is a tuition-free, K-8 public charter school located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The school distinguishes itself through a commitment to the Core Knowledge sequence, a curriculum designed to provide students with a broad, content-rich academic foundation. By emphasizing a structured learning environment, the school aims to build strong academic literacy in areas such as history, geography, science, and the arts, ensuring that students develop both critical thinking skills and a comprehensive base of cultural and academic knowledge.
Beyond its academic curriculum, CSCA focuses on character development and community involvement. The school maintains a "back-to-basics" philosophy, prioritizing high expectations for student conduct and academic performance. By fostering a partnership between teachers, parents, and the local community, Colorado Springs Charter Academy strives to create a supportive, disciplined atmosphere that prepares students for success in high school and beyond. Through its specialized approach, the academy offers an alternative for families seeking a traditional, knowledge-based educational model within the public school system.
Beyond its academic curriculum, CSCA focuses on character development and community involvement. The school maintains a "back-to-basics" philosophy, prioritizing high expectations for student conduct and academic performance. By fostering a partnership between teachers, parents, and the local community, Colorado Springs Charter Academy strives to create a supportive, disciplined atmosphere that prepares students for success in high school and beyond. Through its specialized approach, the academy offers an alternative for families seeking a traditional, knowledge-based educational model within the public school system.
295
Total Students
18.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 132 |
| Hispanic | 107 |
| Black | 20 |
| Two or More | 33 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White132 (44.7%)
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Hispanic107 (36.3%)
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Two or More33 (11.2%)
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Black20 (6.8%)
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American Indian3 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | State Charter School Institute |
| Phone: | (719)636-2722 |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 295 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 18.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 116 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 32 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
35
Grade 1
33
Grade 2
29
Grade 3
43
Grade 4
36
Grade 5
44
Grade 6
19
Grade 7
22
Grade 8
34
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 35 |
| Grade 1 | 33 |
| Grade 2 | 29 |
| Grade 3 | 43 |
| Grade 4 | 36 |
| Grade 5 | 44 |
| Grade 6 | 19 |
| Grade 7 | 22 |
| Grade 8 | 34 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 141 | 47.8% |
| Male | 154 | 52.2% |
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