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Caprock Academy

714 24 1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 895 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Caprock Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 895 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in CO)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Caprock Academy's student population of 895 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Caprock Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caprock Academy is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#648 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
32%
33%
54%
45%
(20-21)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
≥90%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caprock Academy's ranking?
Caprock Academy is ranked #648 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Caprock Academy often compared to?
Caprock Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caprock Academy?
The graduation rate of Caprock Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Caprock Academy?
895 students attend Caprock Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Caprock Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caprock Academy?
Caprock Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Caprock Academy offer ?
Caprock Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caprock Academy part of?

School Reviews

5   3/23/2020
I love everything about this school. The only thing that I would change is the dress code.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Hayden Meek
5   10/27/2014
I love the school! My children are thriving at this school. The staff is wonderful with my children and working with their disabilities. My children learn to love their country and community. I am so happy I found a school that is accepting and loves my children.
- Posted by Parent - boyce
5   10/27/2014
Great School. My kids come home everyday excited about what they have learned. I feel it will givie them the best foundation for college or any path they choose for their adult life.
- Posted by Parent - Shell

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 895 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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