VANGUARD CLASSICAL SCHOOL - WEST
VANGUARD CLASSICAL SCHOOL - WEST is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A school district, located in DENVER, CO with about 509 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 29 teachers, VANGUARD CLASSICAL SCHOOL - WEST has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
VANGUARD CLASSICAL SCHOOL - WEST is a public charter school located in the Lowry neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, serving students in grades K–8. Operating under the mission of providing a rigorous, content-rich classical education, the school emphasizes traditional academic standards and character development. By utilizing a structured pedagogical approach, Vanguard aims to prepare its students for success in high-quality college-preparatory high schools and beyond.
The school is part of the broader Vanguard Classical School network, which is known for its focus on a "back-to-basics" curriculum that prioritizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and history. With a commitment to fostering a disciplined and supportive learning environment, the West campus focuses on building a strong community among students, parents, and staff. Through its emphasis on academic mastery and civic responsibility, the school seeks to equip students with the essential knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly complex world.
For more information, contact VANGUARD CLASSICAL SCHOOL - WEST at (303) 691-2384 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DENVER, CO 80230-6087
(303) 691-2384
http://www.vanguardclassical.org
VANGUARD CLASSICAL SCHOOL - WEST is a public Charter school in DENVER, CO with about 509 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A - Total Students:
- 509
- Teachers:
- 29
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 509 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 57.2%
- Black or African American
- 26.3%
- White
- 13.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Asian
- 1.0%
- Female
- 55.2%
- Male
- 44.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.