Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County

Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County is a K-12 charter school serving 857 students in Lone Tree, a large suburban area of Douglas County. With 47 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18.2:1, providing a moderate class size environment. Academically, the school is working to strengthen student performance in core subjects.

In English Language Arts, about 52% of students across grade levels demonstrate proficiency or above, while mathematics shows an area with room for growth, with 39% of students performing at proficiency or above. The school's academic score of 6.8 out of 10 reflects these developing strengths. With a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10, Ascent Classical ranks at the 57th percentile among Colorado schools, placing it at #782 out of 1,831 statewide.

As a public charter school, Ascent Classical Academy offers an alternative to traditional district schooling while serving the full K-12 spectrum in one campus. The location in the growing suburban community of Lone Tree provides families with convenient access to the school.

Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County 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.