The Classical Academy is a kindergarten through twelfth grade public charter school located in northern Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It is chartered through Academy School District 20.
Serving 441 students in grades 7-8, The Classical Academy Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Classical Academy Middle School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Navy Blue, Maroon, Silver
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Rankings
The Classical Academy Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Classical Academy Middle School is 0.36, 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
#360 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
79%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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: Titan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Classical Academy Middle School's ranking?
The Classical Academy Middle School is ranked #360 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are The Classical Academy Middle School often compared to?
The Classical Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% 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).
How many students attend The Classical Academy Middle School?
441 students attend The Classical Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of The Classical Academy Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Classical Academy Middle School?
The Classical Academy Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Classical Academy Middle School offer ?
The Classical Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Classical Academy Middle School part of?
The Classical Academy Middle School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is The Classical Academy Middle School located?
The Classical Academy Middle School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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