Charter High Schools in Colorado
Colorado has 95 public charter schools offering high school grades (9–12) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 37 cities.
- Charter high schools
- 95
- Students at these schools
- 59,218
- Median students per teacher
- 15.4
- Virtual schools
- 5
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 95 of 95 schools; student–teacher ratios for 95; format for 95. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter high schools in Colorado by city
Denver20
- 5280 High School · 9–12
- AUL Denver · 9–12
- Colorado High School Charter · 9–12
- Colorado High School Charter - GES · 9–12
- Denver Justice High School · 9–12
- DSST: Cedar High School · 9–12
- DSST: Cole High School · 9–12
- DSST: College View High School · 9–12
- DSST: Conservatory Green High School · 9–12
- DSST: Elevate Northeast High School · 9–12
- DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School · 9–12
- DSST: Montview High School · 9–12
- Girls Athletic Leadership School High School · 9–12
- KIPP Denver Collegiate High School · 9–12
- KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy · 9–12
- New America School - Aurora · 9–12
- RiseUp Community School · 9–12
- Rocky Mountain Deaf School · Pre-K–12
- Rocky Mountain Prep RISE · 9–12
- Rocky Mountain Prep SMART · 9–12
Colorado Springs14
- Atlas Preparatory High School · 9–12
- Banning Lewis Ranch Academy · K–12
- CIVA Charter Academy · 9–12
- Colorado Early Colleges Colorado Springs · 6–12
- Colorado Military Academy · Pre-K–12
- Community Prep Charter School · 9–12
- Eastlake High School of Colorado Springs · 9–12
- James Irwin Charter High School · 9–12
- Monument Charter Academy Secondary School · 6–12
- Power Technical · 6–12
- TCA College Pathways · 7–12 · Virtual
- The Classical Academy High School · 9–12
- The Vanguard School (High) · 9–12
- Thomas MacLaren State Charter School · K–12
Broomfield3
- Jefferson Academy Secondary · 7–12
- Prospect Ridge Academy · K–12
- Summit Academy · 9–12
Englewood3
- Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County · 9–12
- Colorado Early Colleges Online Campus · 6–12 · Virtual
- Hope Online Learning Academy Co-Op · 6–12 · Virtual
Greeley3
- Frontier Charter Academy · K–12
- Union Colony Preparatory School · 6–12
- University Schools · K–12
Thornton3
- New America School - Thornton · 9–12
- Stargate Charter School · K–12
- Westgate Community School · K–12
Highlands Ranch2
- Skyview Academy · Pre-K–12
- STEM School Highlands Ranch · K–12
Lafayette2
- Justice High Charter School · 6–12
- Peak to Peak Charter School · K–12
Lakewood2
- Addenbrooke Classical Academy · 9–12
- New America School · 9–12
Pueblo2
- Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy · K–12
- GOAL Academy · 9–12 · Virtual
Westminster2
- Academy of Charter Schools · Pre-K–12
- Doral Academy of Colorado · K–12
Arvada1
- Two Roads Charter School · Pre-K–12
Brighton1
- Eagle Ridge Academy · 9–12
Crestone1
- Crestone Charter School · K–12
Delta1
- Vision Charter Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Durango1
- Animas High School · 9–12
Falcon1
- Liberty Tree Academy · K–12
Federal Heights1
- The Pinnacle Charter School · K–12
Lake George1
- Lake George Charter School · Pre-K–12
Littleton1
- Collegiate Academy of Colorado · Pre-K–12
Lone Tree1
Loveland1
- Loveland Classical School · K–12
Marble1
- Marble Charter School · K–10
Milliken1
- CIVICA Colorado · 6–12
Montrose1
- Vista Charter School · 9–12
Pueblo West1
Woodland Park1
- Merit Academy · Pre-K–12
About this Colorado high school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps 9–12, 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 high schools in Colorado: common questions
How many charter high schools are in Colorado?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 95 open public charter schools in Colorado offering at least one grade from 9–12, located in 37 cities.
How do I find charter high 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 high grade-level filter.
Are charter high 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 high schools in Colorado?
Federal records identify 5 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools offering high school grades in Colorado. Confirm current formats and enrollment eligibility with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter high 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.