Serving 1,623 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Banning Lewis Ranch Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 1,623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy's student population of 1,623 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Mascot
Stallions
School Rankings
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy 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 Banning Lewis Ranch Academy is 0.63, which is more 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
#572 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
55%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stallions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banning Lewis Ranch Academy's ranking?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy is ranked #572 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Banning Lewis Ranch Academy often compared to?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Inspiration View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Banning Lewis Ranch Academy?
The graduation rate of Banning Lewis Ranch Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Banning Lewis Ranch Academy?
1,623 students attend Banning Lewis Ranch Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Banning Lewis Ranch Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banning Lewis Ranch Academy?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Banning Lewis Ranch Academy offer ?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banning Lewis Ranch Academy part of?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy is part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49.
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