Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Summit Charter Academy ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Summit Charter Academy's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
New Summit Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Summit Charter Academy is 0.58, 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
#864 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
61%
49%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Summit Charter Academy's ranking?
New Summit Charter Academy is ranked #864 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are New Summit Charter Academy often compared to?
New Summit Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Advanced And Creative Learning, Orton Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend New Summit Charter Academy?
628 students attend New Summit Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of New Summit Charter Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Summit Charter Academy?
New Summit Charter Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Summit Charter Academy offer ?
New Summit Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Summit Charter Academy part of?
New Summit Charter Academy is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is New Summit Charter Academy located?
New Summit Charter Academy is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 17 other public schools located in Briargate.
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