Charter Elementary Schools in Colorado
Colorado has 175 public charter schools offering elementary grades (K–5) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 69 cities.
- Charter elementary schools
- 175
- Students at these schools
- 95,535
- Median students per teacher
- 15.6
- Virtual schools
- 1
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 175 of 175 schools; student–teacher ratios for 174; format for 175. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter elementary schools in Colorado by city
Denver24
- Academy 360 · Pre-K–5
- Denver Language School · K–8
- Downtown Denver Expeditionary School · K–5
- French American School of Denver · K–6
- Highline Academy Northeast · Pre-K–5
- Highline Academy Southeast · K–8
- KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School · 5–8
- KIPP Northeast Elementary · Pre-K–4
- KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy · 5–8
- KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary · Pre-K–4
- Monarch Montessori · K–5
- Odyssey School of Denver · K–8
- Omar D Blair Charter School · K–8
- Ricardo Flores Magon Academy · K–8
- Rocky Mountain Deaf School · Pre-K–12
- Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley · Pre-K–5
- Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside · Pre-K–5
- Rocky Mountain Prep Ruby Hill · K–5
- Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest · Pre-K–5
- SOAR at Green Valley Ranch · K–5
- University Prep - Arapahoe St. · K–5
- University Prep - Steele St. · Pre-K–5
- Vanguard Classical School - West · K–8
- Wyatt Academy · K–5
Colorado Springs23
- Academy for Advanced and Creative Learning · K–8
- Atlas Preparatory Elementary School · K–4
- Atlas Preparatory Middle School · 5–8
- Banning Lewis Ranch Academy · K–12
- Colorado International Language Academy · K–5
- Colorado Military Academy · Pre-K–12
- Colorado Springs Charter Academy · K–8
- Coperni 3 · K–8
- Grand Peak Academy · K–8
- James Irwin Elementary School - Astrozon · K–5
- James Irwin Elementary School - Canada Drive · K–5
- James Irwin Elementary School - Howard · K–5
- James Madison Charter Academy School · K–8
- Mountain Song Community School · K–8
- Mountain View Academy · K–8
- New Summit Charter Academy · K–8
- Orton Academy · 2–8
- Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy · K–8
- Rocky Mountain Classical Academy · K–8
- Roosevelt Charter Academy · K–5
- The Classical Academy Charter · K–6
- The Vanguard School (Elementary) · K–6
- Thomas MacLaren State Charter School · K–12
Aurora12
- Academy of Advanced Learning · K–8
- Aurora Academy Charter School · K–8
- AXL Academy · Pre-K–8
- Global Village Academy Aurora · K–8
- High Point Academy · Pre-K–8
- Lotus School for Excellence · K–12
- Montessori del Mundo Charter School · Pre-K–6
- Rocky Mountain Prep: Fletcher · Pre-K–5
- Sky Ranch Academy · K–8
- Vanguard Classical School - East · K–12
- Vega Collegiate Academy · K–8
- Wildflower Montessori Public Schools of Colorado Aurora · Pre-K–3
Fort Collins6
- Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado · K–12
- Axis International Academy · Pre-K–6
- Fort Collins Montessori School · Pre-K–6
- Liberty Common Charter School · K–12
- Mountain Sage Community School · K–8
- Ridgeview Classical Schools · K–12
Arvada4
- Excel Academy Charter School · K–8
- Lincoln Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
- Prospect Academy · 4–8
- Two Roads Charter School · Pre-K–12
Castle Rock4
- Academy Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Aspen View Academy · Pre-K–8
- DC Montessori Charter School · Pre-K–8
- World Compass Academy · Pre-K–8
Greeley4
- Frontier Charter Academy · K–12
- Salida del Sol Academy · K–8
- University Schools · K–12
- West Ridge Academy · K–8
Highlands Ranch4
- Ben Franklin Academy · Pre-K–8
- Platte River Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
- Skyview Academy · Pre-K–12
- STEM School Highlands Ranch · K–12
Littleton4
- Collegiate Academy of Colorado · Pre-K–12
- Littleton Academy · K–8
- Littleton Prep Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Montessori Peaks Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
Westminster4
- Academy of Charter Schools · Pre-K–12
- Crown Pointe Charter Academy · K–8
- Doral Academy of Colorado · K–12
- Woodrow Wilson Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
Golden3
- Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School · Pre-K–12
- Golden View Classical Academy · K–12
- Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon · Pre-K–8
Longmont3
- Flagstaff Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
- St. Vrain Community Montessori School · Pre-K–8
- Twin Peaks Classical Academy · K–12
Broomfield2
- Jefferson Academy Elementary · Pre-K–6
- Prospect Ridge Academy · K–12
Carbondale2
- Carbondale Community Charter School · K–8
- Ross Montessori School · Pre-K–8
Commerce City2
- Community Leadership Academy · Pre-K–5
- Landmark Academy at Reunion · K–8
Durango2
- Mountain Middle School · 4–8
- The Juniper School · K–8
Edwards2
- Eagle County Charter Academy · K–8
- Stone Creek School · K–8
Falcon2
Loveland2
- Loveland Classical School · K–12
- New Vision Charter School · K–8
Thornton2
- Stargate Charter School · K–12
- Westgate Community School · K–12
Boulder1
- Horizons K-8 School · K–8
Canon City1
- Mount View Core Knowledge Charter School · Pre-K–8
Castle Pines1
- American Academy · Pre-K–8
Centennial1
- Heritage Heights Academy · K–8
Clark1
- North Routt Community Charter School · Pre-K–8
Crestone1
- Crestone Charter School · K–12
Delta1
- Vision Charter Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Elizabeth1
- Legacy Academy · K–8
Erie1
Evans1
Evergreen1
Federal Heights1
- The Pinnacle Charter School · K–12
Firestone1
- Firestone Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
Frederick1
- Carbon Valley Academy · Pre-K–8
Fruita1
- Monument View Montessori Charter School · Pre-K–3
Ft Collins1
- Academy of Arts and Knowledge Elementary · Pre-K–5
Gardner1
- Gardner Valley School · Pre-K–8
Georgetown1
- Georgetown Community School · Pre-K–6
Glenwood Springs1
Greenwood Village1
Guffey1
- Guffey Charter School · Pre-K–8
Henderson1
Keenesburg1
Lafayette1
- Peak to Peak Charter School · K–12
Lake George1
- Lake George Charter School · Pre-K–12
Lakewood1
- Addenbrooke Classical Grammar School · Pre-K–8
Lamar1
Lone Tree1
Marble1
- Marble Charter School · K–10
Milliken1
- Knowledge Quest Academy · K–8
Monument1
- Monument Charter Academy · Pre-K–5
Northglenn1
Pagosa Springs1
- Pagosa Peak Open School · K–8
Pleasant View1
Pueblo West1
- Swallows Charter Academy · K–8
Salida1
- Salida Montessori Charter School · Pre-K–8
Steamboat Springs1
- Steamboat Montessori · Pre-K–6
Tawoac1
Wheat Ridge1
Wheatridge1
- Mountain Phoenix Community School · Pre-K–8
Woodland Park1
- Merit Academy · Pre-K–12
Woody Creek1
- Aspen Community Charter School · Pre-K–8
About this Colorado elementary school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps K–5, so a K–8 or K–12 school can appear on more than one grade-level list. This factual list does not rank school quality or show current seat availability. Confirm grades, programs, and admissions directly with each school.
Charter elementary schools in Colorado: common questions
How many charter elementary schools are in Colorado?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 175 open public charter schools in Colorado offering at least one grade from K–5, located in 69 cities.
How do I find charter elementary schools near me in Colorado?
Browse the city groups on this page, or use the school search with your location, city, or ZIP code and the elementary grade-level filter.
Are charter elementary schools in Colorado free?
Charter schools are public schools, so they do not charge tuition for public K–12 grades. Some schools may charge fees for items such as uniforms, activities, or before- and after-school care, so confirm costs with each school.
Are there online charter elementary schools in Colorado?
Federal records identify 1 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter school offering elementary grades in Colorado. Confirm current formats and enrollment eligibility with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter elementary schools in Colorado?
No. This directory does not rank schools or accept paid placement. Compare the reported facts, then confirm programs, admissions, and current performance information directly with each school.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2024–25 school year. How this data works.