KIPP SUNSHINE PEAK ACADEMY

KIPP SUNSHINE PEAK ACADEMY is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C school district, located in DENVER, CO with about 422 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, KIPP SUNSHINE PEAK ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

KIPP SUNSHINE PEAK ACADEMY (KSPA) is a public charter middle school located in the Athmar Park neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, the school operates with a mission to prepare students in underserved communities for success in college and beyond. The academy emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a focus on character development, aiming to bridge the opportunity gap by providing students with the tools, habits, and knowledge necessary to navigate higher education and professional career paths.

The school is well-known for its high-expectations culture, longer school days, and a strong emphasis on personalized support for its students. By fostering a structured learning environment, KSPA seeks to build a sense of community and leadership among its middle schoolers. The institution maintains a close partnership with the broader KIPP Colorado Public Schools network, leveraging shared resources and alumni support systems to ensure that students remain on a trajectory of success well after they promote from the eighth grade.

For more information, contact KIPP SUNSHINE PEAK ACADEMY at (303) 623-5772 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.