ATLAS PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL

ATLAS PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Harrison School District No. 2 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 523 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 29 teachers, ATLAS PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

ATLAS PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Colorado Springs, is a public charter school that operates with a mission to prepare students for success in high school, college, and beyond. Serving a diverse student population in the 80916 area, the school is known for its rigorous academic culture and commitment to closing the opportunity gap. By emphasizing a high-expectations environment and character development, Atlas Prep aims to equip its students—many of whom will be the first in their families to attend college—with the skills and mindset necessary to excel in challenging academic settings.

The school’s pedagogical approach often centers on extended learning time, small class sizes, and a strong partnership with families to ensure holistic student support. Beyond core academics, Atlas Prep focuses heavily on fostering a "college-bound" identity, integrating extracurricular activities and behavioral expectations that mirror the intensity and discipline required for higher education. As part of the broader Atlas Preparatory School network, the middle school serves as a foundational bridge, focusing on both academic mastery and personal accountability to ensure students are fully prepared for the transition to secondary education.

For more information, contact ATLAS PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL at (719) 358-7196 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.