Serving 857 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County's student population of 857 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#537 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County's ranking?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County is ranked #537 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County often compared to?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas Countyis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County?
The graduation rate of Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County?
857 students attend Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County offer ?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County part of?
Ascent Classical Academy Of Douglas County is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
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