For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,495 students in 80906, CO.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 80906, CO are The Vanguard School (High), The Vanguard School (Middle) and The Vanguard School Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 80906 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 80906, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public charter school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80906, CO Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Vanguard School (High)
Charter School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Gr: 9-12 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
The Vanguard School (Middle)
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Gr: 7-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
The Vanguard School Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Gr: K-6 | 949 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 80906, CO?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 80906, CO include The Vanguard School (High), The Vanguard School (Middle) and The Vanguard School Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 80906?
3 public charter schools are located in 80906.
What is the racial composition of students in 80906?
80906 public charter schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public charter schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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