THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY CHARTER

THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY CHARTER is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Academy School District No. 20 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 2,215 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 123 teachers, THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY CHARTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

The Classical Academy (TCA) in Colorado Springs is a tuition-free, public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is widely recognized for its commitment to a "classical" liberal arts education, which emphasizes a content-rich curriculum, the development of strong character, and the pursuit of academic excellence. Rather than focusing solely on standardized test preparation, the school seeks to foster critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning by grounding students in history, literature, the arts, and the sciences through a traditional, structured instructional approach.

As a multi-campus charter school, TCA operates under the belief that parents should be primary partners in their children’s education. The school maintains a highly structured environment where school-wide expectations for conduct and discipline are consistent and clear. By prioritizing a "back-to-basics" academic philosophy and emphasizing civic virtue, The Classical Academy aims to prepare students to become informed, responsible, and capable citizens who are well-equipped for the demands of higher education and professional life.

For more information, contact THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY CHARTER at (719) 484-0081 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.