CHAVEZ/HUERTA K-12 PREPARATORY ACADEMY

CHAVEZ/HUERTA K-12 PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Pueblo School District No. 60 in the county of Pueblo and school district, located in PUEBLO, CO with about 927 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 58 teachers, CHAVEZ/HUERTA K-12 PREPARATORY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

CHAVEZ/HUERTA K-12 PREPARATORY ACADEMY (CHPA), located in Pueblo, Colorado, is a public charter school system that serves students from kindergarten through high school. Named in honor of civil rights leaders César Chávez and Dolores Huerta, the academy is founded on the principles of social justice, academic excellence, and community service. The school is committed to providing a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum that prepares students for success in higher education and the modern workforce, while simultaneously fostering a strong sense of cultural identity and civic responsibility.

The academy operates across multiple campuses in Pueblo, emphasizing a culture of high expectations and personalized instruction. Beyond core academics, CHPA is known for its focus on holistic student development, incorporating leadership opportunities, extracurricular activities, and community engagement into the student experience. By maintaining a supportive environment that reflects the values of its namesakes, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and empower students to become active, informed contributors to their local community and the world at large.

For more information, contact CHAVEZ/HUERTA K-12 PREPARATORY ACADEMY at (719) 295-1623 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.