For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,543 students in 80906, CO.
The top ranked public charter schools in 80906, CO are The Vanguard School (High), The Vanguard School (Middle) and The Vanguard School Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 80906 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 80906, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado public charter school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80906, CO Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Vanguard School (High)
Charter School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Grades: 9-12
| 303 students
Rank: #22.
The Vanguard School (Middle)
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Grades: 7-8
| 240 students
Rank: #33.
The Vanguard School Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Grades: K-6
| 1,000 students
80906, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Adult & Family Literacy High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2883 So. Circle Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-4884
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-4884
Grades: 10-12
| 23 students
George Saiter School Of Excellence (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
2883 South Circle Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 635-6333
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 635-6333
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
1604 South Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 328-4300
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 328-4300
Grades: K-8
| 148 students
New Horizons Day School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2883 South Circle Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2600
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 45 students
Spring Creek Youth Services Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3190 East Las Vegas
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 390-2766
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 390-2766
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
Spring Creek Youth Services Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3190 East Las Vegas
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(303) 866-6600
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(303) 866-6600
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
200 Loomis Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2185
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2185
Grades: PK-5
| 213 students
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Grades: K-6
| 1,060 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 80906, CO?
The top ranked public charter schools in 80906, CO include The Vanguard School (High), The Vanguard School (Middle) and The Vanguard School Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 80906?
3 public charter schools are located in 80906.
What is the racial composition of students in 80906?
80906 public charter schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado public charter schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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