Eagle County Charter Academy is a K-8 charter school located in Edwards, Colorado. It opened in the 1994 school year with grades 5–7, adding 8th grade the next year, 1-4 by 2001 and Kindergarten in 2004. It has been recognized as a John Irwin School of Excellence.
Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eagle County Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle County Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eagle County Charter Academy's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eagle County Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eagle County Charter Academy is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#263 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle County Charter Academy's ranking?
Eagle County Charter Academy is ranked #263 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Eagle County Charter Academy often compared to?
Eagle County Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stone Creek School, Red Sandstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Eagle County Charter Academy?
360 students attend Eagle County Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Eagle County Charter Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle County Charter Academy?
Eagle County Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eagle County Charter Academy offer ?
Eagle County Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagle County Charter Academy part of?
Eagle County Charter Academy is part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50.
School Reviews
5 11/21/2020
ECCA has been a great experience for both my children. The school has high expectations, pushing the kids to think beyond the norm and to practice independence. We appreciate everything the school has done to prepare my daughter for high school. She is thriving in HS thanks to ECCA.
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