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.
295
Total Students
18.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Colorado Springs Charter Academy
Demographic Student Count
White132
Hispanic107
Black20
Two or More33
American Indian3
  • White
    132 (44.7%)
  • Hispanic
    107 (36.3%)
  • Two or More
    33 (11.2%)
  • Black
    20 (6.8%)
  • American Indian
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Colorado Springs Charter Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten35
Grade 133
Grade 229
Grade 343
Grade 436
Grade 544
Grade 619
Grade 722
Grade 834
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Colorado Springs Charter Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14147.8%
Male15452.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)