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Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado

School · State Charter School Institute

6402 S CO RD 5, Windsor, CO 80528

Charter

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,045 of 1,815

In Windsor

#11 of 11

public schools

In district

#22 of 39

State Charter School Institute

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado

5.8/10

School in Windsor · grades Kindergarten – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado is a public school in Windsor, CO, part of State Charter School Institute. Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,045 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.2% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.4% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,197
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado — Students at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
45.5% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 19 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
15%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
43%
2025
Math
45.7%
ELA
47.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado Compares

See how Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
43th percentile in CO
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6402 S CO RD 5, Windsor, CO 80528

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado may also want to explore other schools in the area. Liberty Common Charter School (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Collins), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ridgeview Classical Schools (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Collins), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PSD Global Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Collins), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Windsor, see our Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HEARTS IN HAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fort Collins 0.6 mi
Shepardson Elementary School Fort Collins 0.7 mi 9.1
Boltz Middle School Fort Collins 0.7 mi 5.5
Ridgeview Classical Schools Fort Collins 0.8 mi 6.7
Riffenburgh Elementary School Fort Collins 0.9 mi 8.1
O'Dea Elementary School Fort Collins 0.9 mi 8.5
FORT COLLINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Collins 1.0 mi
PSD Global Academy Fort Collins 1.2 mi 6.7
Lesher Middle School Fort Collins 1.3 mi 7.6
RIVENDELL SCHOOL OF NORTHERN COLORADO Fort Collins 1.3 mi 7.4
Fort Collins High School Fort Collins 1.3 mi 7.2
Compass Community Collaborative School Fort Collins 1.3 mi 8.3
Laurel Elementary School Fort Collins 1.7 mi 6.7
Kruse Elementary School Fort Collins 1.8 mi 8.5
Mountain Sage Community School Fort Collins 1.6 mi 8.3
Harris Bilingual Elementary School Fort Collins 1.7 mi 6.9
Colorado Early Colleges Fort Collins Fort Collins 1.9 mi 6.2
Liberty Common Charter School Fort Collins 1.6 mi 7.4
Beattie Elementary School Fort Collins 1.5 mi 7.3
Linton Elementary School Fort Collins 1.8 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80528 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,133

Median Home Value

$654,200

Median Rent

$1,906/mo

Population

24,233

College Educated

63.3%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado

What grades does Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado serve?

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado?

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado?

The student-teacher ratio at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado rank in CO?

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado ranks #1,045 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado's MySchoolScout rating?

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado a charter school?

Yes, Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado a Title I school?

No, Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Larimer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

District

State Charter School Institute
District Enrollment
19,593
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,197
District Rank
#22 of 39

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