Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Ridge Academy ranks in the bottom 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 35% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Ridge Academy's student population of 351 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The vision is to prepare each child to meet his or her highest academic potential and strongest character to ensure personal success.
School Rankings
West Ridge 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 West Ridge Academy is 0.52, 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
#936 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 West Ridge Academy's ranking?
West Ridge Academy is ranked #936 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are West Ridge Academy often compared to?
West Ridge Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Frontier Charter Academy, University Schools, S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend West Ridge Academy?
351 students attend West Ridge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Ridge Academy students are White, 48% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Ridge Academy?
West Ridge Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Ridge Academy offer ?
West Ridge Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Ridge Academy part of?
West Ridge Academy is part of Greeleyschool District No. 6 In The County Of Weld And State Of Colorado.
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