University Schools

GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta

www.universityschools.com/

Charter School 1,771 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

University Schools, located in Greeley, Colorado, is a unique, tuition-free public charter school authorized by the Greeley-Evans School District 6. Serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade, the institution is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. Because it operates as a charter school, it maintains a degree of autonomy that allows for specialized instructional methods and a distinct school culture that emphasizes student achievement, character development, and a strong sense of community.

The school is well-regarded for its comprehensive extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, arts, and various student organizations, which help provide a well-rounded educational experience. By fostering a collaborative environment between faculty, students, and parents, University Schools aims to prepare its graduates for post-secondary success. Its location on 18th Street serves as a hub for a diverse student body, consistently striving to balance high academic standards with a supportive atmosphere that encourages individual growth.

1,771

Total Students

101.7

Full-Time Teachers

17.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

41.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for University Schools
Demographic	Student Count
White	965
Hispanic	728
Black	10
Asian	18
Two or More	46
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	3

White
965 (54.5 %)
Hispanic
728 (41.1 %)
Two or More
46 (2.6 %)
Asian
18 (1.0 %)
Black
10 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta
Phone:	(970)330-2221
Website:	http://www.universityschools.com/
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	1,771
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	101.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	586
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	141

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 82

Grade 1 110

Grade 2 105

Grade 3 110

Grade 4 120

Grade 5 120

Grade 6 157

Grade 7 166

Grade 8 167

Grade 9 184

Grade 10 167