Vision Charter Academy

Charter School 97 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Vision Charter Academy, located in Delta, Colorado, is a public charter school that operates under a unique educational philosophy centered on personalized, flexible learning. Serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade, the school is recognized for its alternative approach to traditional classroom instruction. It focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student body by offering individualized learning plans and a supportive environment that accommodates various learning styles, paces, and personal circumstances.

The school is particularly notable for its hybrid model, which blends independent study with structured classroom support and extracurricular activities. By prioritizing strong relationships between students and staff, Vision Charter Academy aims to foster both academic achievement and personal growth. Its mission emphasizes creating a community-focused culture that empowers students to take ownership of their education, making it a popular option for families in the Delta area seeking an educational experience that differs from the conventional district-run school model.

Total Students

7.6

Full-Time Teachers

12.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Vision Charter Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	70
Hispanic	22
Two or More	5

White
70 (72.2 %)
Hispanic
22 (22.7 %)
Two or More
5 (5.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	Primarily virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Delta County Joint District No. 50
Phone:	(970)874-8226
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	97
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	7.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.8
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* 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

Grade 9 29

Grade 10 24

Grade 11 23

Grade 12 21