At a glance
Reported students
1,478
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
77.17
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado other enrollment
94th percentile
Compared with 143 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
455
Prospect Ridge Academy: 1,478 reported students.
State peer staffing position
69th percentile
19.2:1 reported; state peer median 16.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,463
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
What the reported data says about Prospect Ridge Academy
Prospect Ridge Academy is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Broomfield. It is one of 53 current school records connected to Adams 12 Five Star Schools. NCES reports 1,478 students for 2024–25.
Among 143 combined / other schools in Colorado with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 166 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 94th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.2:1, above the Colorado median of 16.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (64.2%) and Asian (14.8%). English learners represent 5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 4.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 16 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Prospect Ridge Academy
- 1How do the reported 19.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 77.17 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5%
- Students with disabilities
- 4.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 5.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White64.2%
- Hispanic13.3%
- Black0.7%
- Asian14.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial6.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
16 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Adams 12 Five Star Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Stargate Charter School
Other · Grades KG–12
1,572 reported students
Westgate Community School
Other · Grades KG–12
540 reported students
Thornton High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,439 reported students
Mountain Range High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,788 reported students
Northglenn High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,844 reported students
Rocky Top Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,052 reported students
Public schools near Prospect Ridge Academy
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stargate Charter School Other · Charter · Adams 12 Five Star Schools | KG–12 | 1,572 | 3.2 mi |
| Peak to Peak Charter School Other · Charter · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2 | KG–12 | 1,447 | 3.2 mi |
| Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver Other · Charter · State Charter School Institute | KG–09 | 305 | 4.8 mi |
| Westgate Community School Other · Charter · Adams 12 Five Star Schools | KG–12 | 540 | 5.3 mi |
| Academy of Charter Schools Other · Charter · State Charter School Institute | PK–12 | 1,887 | 5.8 mi |
| Spark! Discovery Preschool Other · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J | PK–PK | 274 | 8.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Prospect Ridge Academy
What grades does Prospect Ridge Academy serve?
Prospect Ridge Academy reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
How many students attend Prospect Ridge Academy?
Prospect Ridge Academy reported 1,478 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 94th percentile among 143 Colorado combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,463 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Prospect Ridge Academy?
The calculated ratio is 19.2:1, based on 1,478 students and 77.17 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Colorado median for the same school level is 16.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Prospect Ridge Academy a public, charter, or magnet school?
Prospect Ridge Academy is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Prospect Ridge Academy students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
5.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Prospect Ridge Academy in?
Prospect Ridge Academy is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools, based in Thornton, CO, which operates 53 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Prospect Ridge Academy?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Stargate Charter School (3.2 mi), Peak to Peak Charter School (3.2 mi), Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (4.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.