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#725 of 1,815 schools in CO

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Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango

School · Durango School District No. 9-R

8 INVERNESS DR EAST SUITE 240, Englewood, CO 80112

Virtual

Enrollment

752

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#725 of 1,815

In Englewood

#7 of 21

public schools

In district

#6 of 13

Durango School District No. 9-R

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango

6.8/10

School in Englewood · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Durango Big Picture High School

7.4/10

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7.5/10

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About Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango

Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango is a public school in Englewood, CO, part of Durango School District No. 9-R. Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango serves approximately 752 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #725 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango is a virtual school, so instruction happens mostly online. That flexibility suits some kids and frustrates others; it asks a lot of self-discipline and a steady setup at home. Think about whether your child learns well on their own, and ask how the school keeps students engaged.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendImproving
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-30.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
AP Participation2.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,729
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango — Students at Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.0% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
17%

* 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 Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango Compares

See how Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in CO
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
2.3% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

8 INVERNESS DR EAST SUITE 240, Englewood, CO 80112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango may also want to explore other schools in the area. The Juniper School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Durango), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Durango), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Park Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Durango), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Durango Big Picture High School Durango 0.0 mi 7.4
Southwest Colorado eSchool Durango 0.5 mi 7.5
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF DURANGO Durango 1.0 mi
DURANGO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durango 0.9 mi 5.3
Park Elementary School Durango 1.1 mi 8.4
ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Durango 1.2 mi 5.8
Needham Elementary School Durango 1.5 mi 6.2
Animas High School Durango 1.4 mi 7.2
Durango High School Durango 1.6 mi 7.8
Miller Middle School Durango 1.7 mi 6.4
THE LIBERTY SCHOOL Durango 2.1 mi 5.9
Mountain Middle School Durango 2.2 mi 8.5
The Juniper School Durango 2.3 mi 8.6
Riverview Elementary School Durango 2.2 mi 7.6
Escalante Middle School Durango 3.5 mi 6.5
Florida Mesa Elementary School Durango 6.3 mi 6.2
Animas Valley Elementary School Durango 9.5 mi 4.8
Sunnyside Elementary School Durango 10.5 mi 4.2
COLORADO TIMBERLINE ACADEMY Durango 13.2 mi 5.5
Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School Hesperus 15.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,504

Median Home Value

$627,500

Median Rent

$1,948/mo

Population

36,687

College Educated

62.1%

Homeownership

52.3%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

35.7

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ST MARY'S ACADEMY Englewood, CO 6.9
Lotus School for Excellence Aurora, CO 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango

What grades does Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango serve?

Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango?

Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango has an enrollment of approximately 752 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango?

The student-teacher ratio at Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango rank in CO?

Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango ranks #725 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango's MySchoolScout rating?

Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

Is Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango a charter school?

No, Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango a Title I school?

No, Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
752
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
La Plata County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

District

Durango School District No. 9-R
District Enrollment
5,146
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,729
District Rank
#6 of 13

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