Serving 205 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Spark Online Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spark Online Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Spark Online Academy's student population of 205 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Spark Online Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spark Online Academy is 0.70, 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
#1331 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
9%
5%
White
41%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Spark Online Academy's ranking?
Spark Online Academy is ranked #1331 out of 1,748 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Spark Online Academy?
205 students attend Spark Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Spark Online Academy students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spark Online Academy?
Spark Online Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spark Online Academy offer ?
Spark Online Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11
What school district is Spark Online Academy part of?
Spark Online Academy is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Spark Online Academy located?
Spark Online Academy is located in the Northwest Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Colorado Springs.
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