Serving 303 students in grades 9-12, The Vanguard School (High) ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Vanguard School (High) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
The Vanguard School (High)'s student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Vanguard School (High) ranks within the top 1% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Vanguard School (High) is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 1748 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
4%
5%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
BasketballCross Country
FencingSoccer
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Winter Track
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Ballroom DancingClass Officers
National Honor SocietyOutdoor Skills Club
Student Council
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Top Average Composite ACT Score in Colorado
- 100% Proficient or Advanced in Reading and Writing
- Student received a perfect score on the writing portion of the SAT
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Vanguard School (High)'s ranking?
The Vanguard School (High) is ranked #2 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are The Vanguard School (High) often compared to?
The Vanguard School (High)is often viewed alongside schools like Cheyenne Mountain High School, The Classical Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Vanguard School (High)?
The graduation rate of The Vanguard School (High) is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend The Vanguard School (High)?
303 students attend The Vanguard School (High).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of The Vanguard School (High) students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Vanguard School (High)?
The Vanguard School (High) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Vanguard School (High) offer ?
The Vanguard School (High) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Vanguard School (High) part of?
The Vanguard School (High) is part of Harrison School District No. 2 In The County Of El Paso And State Of Colorado.
In what neighborhood is The Vanguard School (High) located?
The Vanguard School (High) is located in the Southeast Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 22 other public schools located in Southeast Colorado Springs.
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