COMMUNITY PREP CHARTER SCHOOL
COMMUNITY PREP CHARTER SCHOOL is a public charter high school that is part of the Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 340 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 15 teachers, COMMUNITY PREP CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.
COMMUNITY PREP CHARTER SCHOOL, located at 332 East Willamette Avenue in Colorado Springs, is a public charter school that serves as a specialized educational environment for students in grades 6 through 12. Founded on a philosophy of academic rigor and structured support, the school is notably designed to serve students who may have struggled in traditional classroom settings or who are seeking a more personalized, small-group approach to learning. The campus is located in the downtown Colorado Springs area, providing a distinct setting that emphasizes focus and community-based engagement.
The school is recognized for its commitment to "restorative practices" and its low student-to-teacher ratio, which allows for closer mentorship and social-emotional development. By prioritizing a culture of accountability and high expectations, Community Prep aims to equip students with the skills necessary to transition successfully into higher education or the workforce. Because it operates as a charter school, it maintains a unique mission-driven curriculum that often incorporates hands-on learning, flexible scheduling, and a strong emphasis on character building alongside core academic requirements.
For more information, contact COMMUNITY PREP CHARTER SCHOOL at (719) 227-8836 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903-1116
(719) 227-8836
COMMUNITY PREP CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Charter school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 340 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
-
High School
(Alternative Education School)
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E - Total Students:
- 340
- Teachers:
- 15.75
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- 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 340 students
- White
- 45.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 37.9%
- Two or more races
- 6.8%
- Black or African American
- 6.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.6%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Female
- 53.2%
- Male
- 46.8%
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.