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Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12

The Vanguard School Senior High

#4 in Best Charter High Schools in Colorado
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • 9-12
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 101 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B-
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    The Vanguard School Senior High is a top rated, public, charter school located in Colorado Springs, CO. It has 306 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1. According to state test scores, 65% of students are at least proficient in math and 85% in reading.
    Address
    1832 South Wahsatch
    Colorado Springs, CO 80906
    Telephone
    (719) 471-1999
    Website
    thevanguardschool.com/ourprogram/academics/seniorhigh

    The Vanguard School Senior High Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    85%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    65%
    Average Graduation Rate
    90%
    Average SAT
    1310
    45 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    63 responses
    AP Enrollment
    23%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $58,158
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,013
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $233,100
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    92%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.13 responses
    Poll
    92%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.13 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 65 responses
    Report
    • School retreat before the school year
      18%
    • The yearly bonfire
      17%
    • Homecoming Week
      14%
    • Prom
      12%
    • School musical
      11%
    • Senior Skip Day
      11%
    • Spirit Week
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    306
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    16%
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.18 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.18 responses
    56%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.18 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    10:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $47,526
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    50.5%
    87%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.23 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.23 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.23 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $9,869/ year
    National
    $12,239
    80%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.20 responses
    40%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.20 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.20 responses
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    The Vanguard School Senior High Reviews

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    This school is incredibly difficult. The amount of homework can range from 6 hours to 10 hours per night! While I do appreciate that the focus is on academics, the focus was so strong that no one had much time to do anything outside of school. I was afraid of doing extracurricular activities because of the time commitment. I did make some of my closest friends while at this school. I did appreciate that it was very conservative in its teachings, but the work load needs to change. Students are incredibly stressed to the point of being burnt-out by the time they enter into college. The school must find a better sense of balance. Happier students make better-performing students.
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    This is a great school. I attended here from Kindergarten through graduation, and I was very well prepared for college. The academic regimen here was intense and standardized test practice helped me to score well on the ACT, resulting in a lot of scholarship for undergraduate school.

    At times, I could see a little bit of pride from the school that came across as superiority, but the overall dynamic of the school was one that cared for student development.

    With a high emphasis on character and moral principles, I appreciated how committed this school was to teaching objective, healthy truth amidst such a culture of relativism.

    The teachers I had loved me well, and they poured much into my life and into my current success.
    The Vanguard School is an excellent example that a school does not have to be large to be impressive. The school offers many outstanding classes based on classical education while also being modern. The high teacher to student ratio allows students to go to any teacher for help. While academics are a strong point in this school, so is the focus on many arts. The school offers many classes on music, handmade art, and performing arts. Overall, this school has a lot to offer in such a small package.