Chávez Huerta K–12 Preparatory Academy is a charter school system in Pueblo, Colorado. It is divided into three campuses: César Chávez Academy, the elementary school; Ersilia Cruz Middle School, the middle school; and Dolores Huerta Preparatory High School, the only charter high school in Pueblo.
Serving 844 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy's student population of 844 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
844 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1701 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
83%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
49%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scorpion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy is ranked #1701 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Irving Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy?
844 students attend Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy?
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy offer ?
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy part of?
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy located?
Chavez/huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy is located in the West Side neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in West Side.
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