TWIN PEAKS CHARTER ACADEMY
TWIN PEAKS CHARTER ACADEMY is a public charter school that is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J school district, located in LONGMONT, CO with about 896 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 62 teachers, TWIN PEAKS CHARTER ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
TWIN PEAKS CHARTER ACADEMY (TPCA), located in Longmont, Colorado, is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school known for its commitment to a rigorous, classical liberal arts education. By utilizing a "back-to-basics" approach, the academy emphasizes a content-rich curriculum that prioritizes core subjects—such as mathematics, science, history, and language arts—while fostering character development and academic excellence. The school’s pedagogical philosophy is rooted in the belief that students should be equipped with a solid foundation of knowledge and critical thinking skills to succeed in higher education and become responsible, informed citizens.
The school community at Twin Peaks is defined by a structured environment that encourages high expectations for both students and faculty. As a K-12 institution, TPCA offers a "seamless" educational experience, allowing students to transition from elementary through high school within the same academic culture. The school actively promotes a partnership between parents, students, and teachers, emphasizing a shared responsibility for student success. Through its combination of a traditional, merit-based curriculum and a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere, Twin Peaks aims to provide a distinct alternative to traditional district-run public schools.
For more information, contact TWIN PEAKS CHARTER ACADEMY at (303) 772-7286 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
LONGMONT, CO 80501-6107
(303) 772-7286
http://twinpeakscharter.org
TWIN PEAKS CHARTER ACADEMY is a public Charter school in LONGMONT, CO with about 896 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J - Total Students:
- 896
- Teachers:
- 62.17
- 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 896 students
- White
- 50.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 38.8%
- Asian
- 5.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- Black or African American
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.6%
- Male
- 50.4%
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.