Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Coperni 3 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coperni 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Coperni 3's student population of 412 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Coperni 3 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coperni 3 is 0.65, 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
#1382 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
36%
Black
14%
5%
White
34%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
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 Coperni 3's ranking?
Coperni 3 is ranked #1382 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Coperni 3?
412 students attend Coperni 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Coperni 3 students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coperni 3?
Coperni 3 has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coperni 3 offer ?
Coperni 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coperni 3 part of?
Coperni 3 is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
In what neighborhood is Coperni 3 located?
Coperni 3 is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
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