Colorado Springs Charter Academy

Charter School 309 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Colorado Springs Charter Academy (CSCA) is a tuition-free, K-8 public charter school located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The school distinguishes itself through a commitment to the Core Knowledge sequence, a curriculum designed to provide students with a broad, content-rich academic foundation. By emphasizing a structured learning environment, the school aims to build strong academic literacy in areas such as history, geography, science, and the arts, ensuring that students develop both critical thinking skills and a comprehensive base of cultural and academic knowledge.

Beyond its academic curriculum, CSCA focuses on character development and community involvement. The school maintains a "back-to-basics" philosophy, prioritizing high expectations for student conduct and academic performance. By fostering a partnership between teachers, parents, and the local community, Colorado Springs Charter Academy strives to create a supportive, disciplined atmosphere that prepares students for success in high school and beyond. Through its specialized approach, the academy offers an alternative for families seeking a traditional, knowledge-based educational model within the public school system.
309
Total Students
23.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Colorado Springs Charter Academy
Demographic Student Count
White169
Hispanic90
Black20
Asian1
Two or More27
American Indian2
  • White
    169 (54.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    90 (29.1 %)
  • Two or More
    27 (8.7 %)
  • Black
    20 (6.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.6 %)
  • Asian
    1 (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: (719)636-2722
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 309
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 116
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 32
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 44
Grade 1 37
Grade 2 32
Grade 3 39
Grade 4 22
Grade 5 37
Grade 6 36
Grade 7 31
Grade 8 31

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Colorado Springs Charter Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten44
Grade 137
Grade 232
Grade 339
Grade 422
Grade 537
Grade 636
Grade 731
Grade 831
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Colorado Springs Charter Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16252.4%
Male14747.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)