THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (ELEMENTARY)

THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (ELEMENTARY) is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 832 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 58 teachers, THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (ELEMENTARY) has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Vanguard School in Colorado Springs is a tuition-free public charter school that operates under the Harrison School District 2. It is widely recognized for its rigorous, classical liberal arts curriculum, which emphasizes a strong foundation in core academic subjects, character development, and critical thinking. The school aims to cultivate well-rounded students by blending traditional pedagogical methods with high academic expectations, fostering an environment that values intellectual pursuit and personal responsibility.

The elementary division of The Vanguard School focuses on building essential literacy, mathematical, and scientific skills within a structured and supportive atmosphere. Beyond the standard curriculum, the school places a significant emphasis on "virtue education," integrating lessons on character and citizenship into the daily student experience. By maintaining small class sizes and a cohesive community culture, the school seeks to prepare its elementary students for the challenges of middle and high school while promoting a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (ELEMENTARY) at (719) 471-1999 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.