Vanguard Classical School - East

Vanguard Classical School - East

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
17101 E Ohio Dr,  Aurora, CO
Tollgate Overlook Neighborhood
3.9
3.8
773 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.48

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
48
Full Time Teachers
48
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
530
Verbal
560
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low

GreatSchools Rating

2
Test Scores
3
Equity
2
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
24.4%
State Average
25%
Science
10.7%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Male
51%
Female
49%
Hispanic
40.6%
Black
39.6%
White
12.6%
Two or more races
4.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 26 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 25 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 23 Students
University of Colorado Denver 23 Students
Colorado State University 21 Students
University of Northern Colorado 18 Students
University of Denver 15 Students
Regis University 14 Students
Community College of Aurora 13 Students
Colorado Mesa University 10 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 9 Students
Psychology 8 Students
Developmental and Child Psychology 5 Students
Business 4 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 4 Students
Computer Science 3 Students
Accounting 3 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 3 Students
Entrepreneurship 3 Students
Environmental Engineering 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 13 Reviews
2.0 Senior
2/27/2025
I have been at Vanguard Classical School for 7 years and have seen many people come and go over the years. The education there has improved a lot, there are still some areas where there can be some improvements but overall it's a safe environment.
1.0 Works Here
5/26/2022
Unsupportive and absent administration, behavior issues for all grade levels due to lack of disciplinary action, but very supportive and kind teachers doing their best with a difficult situation. Would not recommend attending or working at this facility.
5.0 Alum
12/11/2019
Vanguard isn't a typical school, it is small and you get to know everyone in your grade. Everyone I met was friendly and we all worked together to do projects and get our work done, it was team-oriented most of the time.
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3.8 31 Reviews
1.0 student
5/2/2025
It sucks the teachers don't even care about your safety
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2.0 parent
1/31/2024
As a parent seeing my child playing an instrument in the same room they use as the gym and lunchroom, using the lunch tables as seats was very sad for me. This school is super broke I don t even understand why I have to 50 dollars to get entry when it's so broke my son told me that the boys middle s...
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5.0 teacher
9/6/2022
This school is wonderful! Each teacher works hard to create a positive and supportive environment for the students. They really go the extra mile to make sure each student has the tools needed in order to succeed!
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5.0 teacher
8/26/2022
This school is amazing! They have such a friendly and supportive community for students to be who they want to be. The smaller class sizes mean that your students will get all the attention and help they need to be the most successful.
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Vanguard Classical School - East

Vanguard Classical School - East is a charter school for students in grades K-12 in Aurora, CO and is served by the Aurora Joint School District No. 28 in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 773 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. Vanguard Classical School - East has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.48. The average SAT score is 1090. The average home value in this area is $360,485. Discover additional schools in the area, like Empower Community High School, Colorado Early Colleges Aurora, Lotus School for Excellence, and more. Learn more about what Aurora has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Vanguard Classical School - East.

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