West Ridge Academy

GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta

Charter School 329 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

West Ridge Academy, located in Greeley, Colorado, is a public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is known for its commitment to a classical education model, emphasizing a structured curriculum that prioritizes core academic subjects, critical thinking, and the development of traditional character virtues. By focusing on a rigorous liberal arts foundation, the academy aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also to become well-rounded, informed citizens.

The school environment at West Ridge Academy is often noted for its emphasis on discipline, high expectations, and a partnership between faculty and families. Because it is a charter school, it operates with a specific mission that distinguishes it from traditional district-run schools, often featuring smaller class sizes and a cohesive school culture centered around shared academic values. It serves as a popular choice for Greeley-area families who are looking for a more formal, content-rich educational experience for their children.

329

Total Students

20.9

Full-Time Teachers

15.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

52.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Ridge Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	156
Hispanic	166
Black	1
Asian	4
Two or More	2

Hispanic
166 (50.5%)
White
156 (47.4%)
Asian
4 (1.2%)
Two or More
2 (0.6%)
Black
1 (0.3%)

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:	GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta
Phone:	(970)330-3671
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	329
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	145
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 42

Grade 1 45

Grade 2 43

Grade 3 44

Grade 4 42

Grade 5 34

Grade 6 30

Grade 7 21

Grade 8 28