Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Monument Charter Academy Secondary School is a public charter high school serving grades 6-12 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with a student population of 485 as of the 2022-2023 school year. The school is part of the Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38, which is ranked 6th out of 116 districts in Colorado and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Monument Charter Academy Secondary School consistently outperforms the state average in 8th-grade CMAS/Science proficiency, with 62.5% of students proficient or better in 2023-2024 compared to the state average of 32.2%. However, the school's performance in CMAS/English Language Arts and CMAS/Math is mixed, with some grades exceeding the district and state averages, while others fall below. On the SAT, the school's 11th-grade students significantly outperform the district and state averages in both Reading/Writing and Mathematics.

Demographically, the school has a higher percentage of White students (77.32%) and a lower percentage of Hispanic students (11.34%) compared to the district and state averages. Additionally, the school has a very low percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 3.71% to 5.97% over the past three school years, significantly lower than the state average. When compared to other high-performing schools in the same district, such as Lewis-Palmer High School and Palmer Ridge High School, Monument Charter Academy Secondary School generally performs at a similar or slightly lower level in academic assessments, but its performance is notably stronger than the district average and some other nearby schools, such as Liberty High School and Discovery Canyon Campus High School.


Detail:

Public, Charter 6-12

 4303 Pinehurst Circle
       Colorado Springs, CO  80905-8992


(719) 481-1950

District: Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38

SchoolDigger Rank:
37th of 349 Colorado High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,723 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  14.6 Help
Number of students:  516

Racial breakdown:

White:
76.6%
Hispanic:
11.4%
Two or more races:
7.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  10.5% Help


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Compare Details Monument Charter Academy Secondary School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2019 the calculated Average Standard Score was 45.6. (See more...)
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Compare Details Monument Charter Academy Secondary School ranks better than 57.9% of middle schools in Colorado. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 50.31. (See more...)
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Compare Details Monument Charter Academy Secondary School ranks better than 89.4% of high schools in Colorado. It also ranks 2nd among 3 ranked high schools in the Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 87.04. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Monument Charter Academy Secondary School has the smallest high school student body size in the Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38. Racial makeup is: White (76.6%), Hispanic (11.4%), two or more races (7.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 10.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School is 14.6, which is the lowest among 3 high schools in the Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School is $11,723, which is the lowest among 3 high schools in the Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38!
Schooldigger 2019 Rankings:

Monument Charter Academy Secondary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Monument Charter Academy Secondary School 204th of 485 Colorado public middle schools. (See Monument Charter Academy Secondary School in the ranking list.)

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White students:

SchoolDigger ranks Monument Charter Academy Secondary School 37th of 349 Colorado public high schools. (See Monument Charter Academy Secondary School in the ranking list.)

Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38:

SchoolDigger ranks Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 6th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 88.32 55th 808 93.2%
2005 89.27 45th 823 94.5%
2006 93.74 10th 829 98.8%
2007 93.86 15th 852 98.2%
2008 92.62 23rd 849 97.3%
2009 88.34 62nd 872 92.9%
2010 88.90 64th 925 93.1%
2011 88.80 70th 935 92.5%
2012 87.92 88th 935 90.6%
2013 85.55 109th 954 88.6%
2014 85.20 107th 962 88.9%
2015 57.34 359th 938 61.7%
2016 51.65 404th 914 55.8%
2017 59.51 329th 929 64.6%
2018 49.65 417th 917 54.5%
2019 45.60 492nd 965 49.0%
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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 84.34 46th 336 86.3%
2005 89.65 17th 340 95.0%
2006 91.31 17th 346 95.1%
2007 91.67 18th 360 95.0%
2008 93.50 11th 362 97.0%
2009 93.10 15th 377 96.0%
2010 93.38 15th 409 96.3%
2011 90.67 24th 422 94.3%
2012 86.06 45th 425 89.4%
2013 86.64 46th 454 89.9%
2014 88.15 37th 461 92.0%
2015 56.49 158th 436 63.8%
2016 54.44 158th 400 60.5%
2017 63.53 124th 424 70.8%
2018 39.50 240th 418 42.6%
2019 49.19 214th 458 53.3%
2022 58.31 160th 448 64.3%
2023 57.41 160th 480 66.7%
2024 50.31 204th 485 57.9%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 57.05 135th 363 62.8%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 56.86 127th 356 64.3%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 24.03 223rd 283 21.2%
2022 56.13 106th 265 60.0%
2023 59.01 100th 286 65.0%
2024 40.12 159th 273 41.8%
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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Rank History for all high school students at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 87.04 37th 349 89.4%
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Rank History for high school White students at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 74.03 54th 229 76.4%
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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Monument Charter Academy Secondary School Test Scores
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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Open Quote The school is challenging, but not overly focused on standardized testing. They are consistent with their application of the Core Knowledge Curriculum and actively work together to build citizens of character. I regret that we've moved away from the area for a few years and cannot wait to return my children to M.A.! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1997 178 6 2 8 1 n/a n/a 0 195
1998 243 8 11 5 1 n/a n/a 0 268
1999 244 12 8 6 2 n/a n/a 0 272
2000 294 12 10 13 5 n/a n/a 0 334
2001 378 6 12 32 12 n/a n/a 0 440
2002 428 15 17 36 4 n/a n/a 0 500
2003 428 15 17 36 4 n/a n/a 0 500
2004 516 13 22 37 5 n/a n/a 0 593
2005 583 16 22 35 10 n/a n/a 0 666
2006 649 12 21 37 11 n/a n/a 0 730
2007 578 9 21 34 12 n/a n/a 0 654
2008 467 8 17 26 6 n/a n/a 0 524
2009 515 17 20 27 7 n/a n/a 0 586
2010 680 18 22 27 4 n/a n/a 0 751
2011 707 9 23 82 0 0 37 0 858
2012 768 11 26 84 0 0 36 0 925
2013 744 13 26 80 1 0 52 0 916
2014 726 11 21 86 0 0 51 0 895
2015 718 7 22 92 2 0 47 0 888
2016 774 10 27 93 4 0 45 0 953
2017 824 11 29 108 4 0 45 0 1021
2018 828 15 28 95 5 0 43 0 1014
2019 813 17 29 96 4 0 41 0 1000
2020 793 13 25 94 2 0 39 0 966
2021 306 6 11 35 2 0 25 0 385
2022 375 2 13 51 3 1 30 0 475
2023 375 3 13 55 1 1 37 0 485
2024 395 12 9 59 1 0 40 0 516

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1997 195 9.0 21.7 0
1998 268 12.9 20.8 0
1999 272 16.7 16.3 0
2000 334 19.8 16.9 0.9
2001 440 28.8 15.3 0
2002 500 32.0 15.6 0
2003 500 32.0 15.6 0
2004 593 38.8 15.3 0
2005 666 45.0 14.8 1.5
2006 730 49.7 14.7 1.2
2007 654 49.3 13.3 n/a
2008 524 56.8 9.2 2.7
2009 586 6.7 87.5 2.9
2010 751 14.0 53.3 6.9
2011 858 21.9 39.0 5.7
2012 925 42.7 21.6 6.7
2013 916 46.8 19.5 4.1
2014 895 50.4 17.7 6.8
2015 888 48.0 18.5 4.3
2016 953 52.0 18.3 6.3
2017 1021 56.9 17.9 5.5
2018 1014 56.0 18.0 4.2
2019 1000 52.9 18.8 5.8
2020 966 54.6 17.6 5
2021 385 23.7 16.2 6
2022 475 28.1 16.8 4
2023 485 23.9 20.2 3.7
2024 516 35.2 14.6 10.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1997 195 9.0 21.7 0
1998 268 12.9 20.8 0
1999 272 16.7 16.3 0
2000 334 19.8 16.9 0.9
2001 440 28.8 15.3 0
2002 500 32.0 15.6 0
2003 500 32.0 15.6 0
2004 593 38.8 15.3 0
2005 666 45.0 14.8 1.5
2006 730 49.7 14.7 1.2
2007 654 49.3 13.3 n/a
2008 524 56.8 9.2 2.7
2009 586 6.7 87.5 2.9
2010 751 14.0 53.3 6.9
2011 858 21.9 39.0 5.7
2012 925 42.7 21.6 6.7
2013 916 46.8 19.5 4.1
2014 895 50.4 17.7 6.8
2015 888 48.0 18.5 4.3
2016 953 52.0 18.3 6.3
2017 1021 56.9 17.9 5.5
2018 1014 56.0 18.0 4.2
2019 1000 52.9 18.8 5.8
2020 966 54.6 17.6 5
2021 385 23.7 16.2 6
2022 475 28.1 16.8 4
2023 485 23.9 20.2 3.7
2024 516 35.2 14.6 10.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $6,555
2020 $7,956
2021 $22,297
2022 $8,973
2023 $11,723

Data source: Colorado Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Monument Charter Academy Secondary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 214th of 458 Middle schoolsRanks 160th of 480 Middle schools
 13.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)35.328.2
 7.1%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)66.268
 1.8%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)43.643.4
 0.2%
6th Grade Math (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)20.629.6
 9%
   6th Grade Math (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)50.748.2
 2.5%
   6th Grade Math (Colorado)29.528.2
 1.3%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)53.652.2
 1.4%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)55.362.3
 7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)46.545
 1.5%
7th Grade Math (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)5027.9
 22.1%
   7th Grade Math (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)49.237.8
 11.4%
   7th Grade Math (Colorado)31.626.3
 5.3%
8th Grade Science (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)36.754.5
 17.8%
   8th Grade Science (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)51.555.7
 4.2%
   8th Grade Science (Colorado)31.531.3
 0.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)32.150
 17.9%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)60.658
 2.6%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)46.942.4
 4.5%
8th Grade Math (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)46.464.4
 18%
   8th Grade Math (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)62.966.9
 4%
   8th Grade Math (Colorado)36.932.7
 4.2%
All Grades English Language Arts (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)43.642.4
 1.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)62.459.6
 2.8%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)45.843.7
 2.1%
All Grades Math (Monument Charter Academy Secondary School)33.737.5
 3.8%
   All Grades Math (Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38)51.553.3
 1.8%
   All Grades Math (Colorado)34.732.9
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students1000485
 51.5%
African American173
 82.4%
American Indian41
 75%
Asian2913
 55.2%
Hispanic9655
 42.7%
Pacific Islander01
White813375
 53.9%
Two or More Races4137
 9.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients5.8%3.7%
 2.1%


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In the 2023-24 school year, 516 students attended Monument Charter Academy Secondary School.

Monument Charter Academy Secondary School ranks 37th of 349 Colorado high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Monument Charter Academy Secondary School are 77% White, 11% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races, 2% African American, 2% Asian.


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