RICARDO FLORES MAGON ACADEMY

RICARDO FLORES MAGON ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the State Charter School Institute school district, located in DENVER, CO with about 280 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, RICARDO FLORES MAGON ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ricardo Flores Magón Academy (RFMA) is a public charter school located in the Berkeley neighborhood of Northwest Denver. Serving students in grades K–8, the academy is known for its commitment to a rigorous academic curriculum that emphasizes both core subjects and the integration of cultural heritage. The school operates with a mission to provide high-quality educational opportunities that prepare students for success in high school and beyond, fostering a supportive community environment for its diverse student body.

The school is named after Ricardo Flores Magón, a prominent Mexican social reformer and anarchist philosopher, and this influence is reflected in the academy’s focus on community engagement, civic responsibility, and social consciousness. RFMA utilizes a structured educational model designed to close achievement gaps, often incorporating bilingual education components and a strong emphasis on character development to ensure that students are well-rounded, critical thinkers prepared to contribute positively to their community.

For more information, contact RICARDO FLORES MAGON ACADEMY at (303) 412-7601 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.