THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (MIDDLE)
THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (MIDDLE) is a public charter middle 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 211 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 17 teachers, THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (MIDDLE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 public charter school that operates under the Harrison School District 2, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The middle school division, located on the South Wahsatch campus, is renowned for its commitment to a classical liberal arts education. The school emphasizes a structured, rigorous academic environment designed to cultivate critical thinking, intellectual character, and a strong foundation in core subjects such as literature, history, mathematics, and the sciences.
Beyond its academic focus, The Vanguard School is noted for its emphasis on moral development and the cultivation of virtue. The institution promotes a culture of high expectations, personal responsibility, and civility, encouraging students to engage deeply with the "Great Books" and the traditions of Western civilization. By fostering a close-knit community and maintaining a consistent disciplinary framework, the school aims to prepare its students not only for high achievement in secondary education but also for informed and virtuous citizenship in their adult lives.
For more information, contact THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (MIDDLE) at (719) 471-1999 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (MIDDLE) is a public Charter school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 211 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E - Total Students:
- 211
- Teachers:
- 17.05
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- 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 211 students
- White
- 59.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.7%
- Asian
- 7.6%
- Two or more races
- 4.7%
- Black or African American
- 4.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 60.2%
- Male
- 39.8%
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.