7.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Usaf Academy, Colorado

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.0/10
Median household income: $93,889
Bachelor's degree or higher: 35%
Owner-occupied homes: 0%

How Usaf Academy compares

Median household income

$94k

109% of Colorado median

About Schools in Usaf Academy, Colorado

Usaf Academy, Colorado is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Usaf Academy perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Usaf Academy is Douglass Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Usaf Academy is served by 1 school district: Academy School District No. 20 in the county of El Paso an. These districts collectively serve 25,674 students.

Usaf Academy's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $93,889. The poverty rate in the area is 17.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Douglass Valley Elementary School 327 students · Kindergarten–5th	327	Kindergarten–5th	7.1

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Air Academy High School 1,315 students · 9th–12th	1,315	9th–12th	7.0

Schools in Usaf Academy

Usaf Academy, Colorado · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$93,889

Median Rent

$2,223/mo

Population

6,701

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Community Profile

Usaf Academy has a median household income of $93,889. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Colorado
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Resources

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School District

Academy School District No. 20 in the county of El Paso an

39 schools · 25,674 students

Nearby Cities

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Woodland Park (5 schools)

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Fort Carson (4 schools)

Fountain (10 schools)

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Franktown (3 schools)

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Cripple Creek (2 schools)

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Usaf Academy, Colorado

How many schools are in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

Usaf Academy has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Usaf Academy is 7.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

The top-ranked school in Usaf Academy on MySchoolScout is Douglass Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

The top-ranked elementary school in Usaf Academy on MySchoolScout is Douglass Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

The top-ranked high school in Usaf Academy on MySchoolScout is Air Academy High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Usaf Academy, Colorado?

Usaf Academy is served by 1 school district: Academy School District No. 20 in the County of EL Paso an.

What is the education level in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in Usaf Academy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

The median household income in Usaf Academy is approximately $93,889 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Usaf Academy is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Usaf Academy, Colorado?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.