Academy Charter School

Academy Charter School serves 582 students in prekindergarten through eighth grade in Castle Rock's affluent Douglas County community. With 38 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more personalized attention in the classroom. This charter school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.7 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #140 out of 1,831 schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile among Colorado elementary schools.

The school's academic score of 8.7 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence, with 52% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics across grade levels. Academy Charter School draws families from a well-educated community where 51% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding 80104 ZIP code area features a median household income of $123,337 and median home values of $518,500, with a notably low poverty rate of just 4.6%.

This economic stability provides a supportive foundation for student learning and family engagement. Located on Prairie Hawk Drive in Castle Rock's small suburban setting, Academy Charter School benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere while serving a population of over 35,000 residents in the surrounding area.

Academy Charter School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.