Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, World Compass Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
World Compass Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
World Compass Academy's student population of 791 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Average Class Size
11 students
School Rankings
World Compass Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of World Compass Academy is 0.53, 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
#445 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
49%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is World Compass Academy's ranking?
World Compass Academy is ranked #445 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend World Compass Academy?
791 students attend World Compass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of World Compass Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of World Compass Academy?
World Compass Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does World Compass Academy offer ?
World Compass Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is World Compass Academy part of?
World Compass Academy is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
School Calendar
View the World Compass Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
1st-8th Grades First Day of School
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School Early Release K-8 | 12pm
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Students have a positive attitude and my daughter who is newly enrolled is impressed with the inclusion she has felt in 6th grade
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