Serving 690 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vanguard Classical School - East 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 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanguard Classical School - East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vanguard Classical School - East's student population of 690 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Motto
Facilitating individual academic achievement and character development through a safe, equitable, global, content-rich learning environment.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Vanguard Classical School - East 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 Vanguard Classical School - East is 0.65, which is more 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
#1417 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
39%
5%
White
11%
49%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard Classical School - East's ranking?
Vanguard Classical School - East is ranked #1417 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vanguard Classical School - East?
The graduation rate of Vanguard Classical School - East is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Vanguard Classical School - East?
690 students attend Vanguard Classical School - East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Vanguard Classical School - East students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vanguard Classical School - East?
Vanguard Classical School - East has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vanguard Classical School - East offer ?
Vanguard Classical School - East offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vanguard Classical School - East part of?
Vanguard Classical School - East is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
In what neighborhood is Vanguard Classical School - East located?
Vanguard Classical School - East is located in the Tollgate Overlook neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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