High Point Academy

Charter School 716 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

High Point Academy, located in Aurora, Colorado, is a public charter school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school distinguishes itself through a structured academic environment that emphasizes core knowledge, character development, and a rigorous, well-rounded curriculum. By focusing on fundamental skills in reading, writing, and mathematics alongside a strong emphasis on citizenship and integrity, the academy aims to prepare students for success in high school and beyond.

In addition to its academic focus, High Point Academy fosters a supportive community culture that encourages active parent involvement and personalized attention for its students. The school typically utilizes a mission-driven approach to education, aiming to cultivate lifelong learners who are critical thinkers and responsible members of society. By blending traditional educational values with a focus on modern academic standards, the school provides a distinct alternative for families seeking a disciplined and goal-oriented learning experience in the Aurora area.

716

Total Students

36.5

Full-Time Teachers

19.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for High Point Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	96
Hispanic	331
Black	226
Asian	35
Two or More	20
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
331 (46.2 %)
Black
226 (31.6 %)
White
96 (13.4 %)
Asian
35 (4.9 %)
Two or More
20 (2.8 %)
American Indian
6 (0.8 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (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:	State Charter School Institute
Phone:	(303)217-5152
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	716
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	368
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	42

* 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

Pre-Kindergarten 44

Kindergarten 80

Grade 1 91

Grade 2 70

Grade 3 81

Grade 4 74

Grade 5 83

Grade 6 71

Grade 7 65

Grade 8 57