Welcome to Sky Ranch Academy - We're Ranked #2 in the District!
Located in the heart of Watkins, Sky Ranch Academy never sets limits on how much your child can achieve. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make Moral Focus lessons part of every school day. As a result, our students thrive. In fact, a study done by Stanford University reveals that National Heritage Academies partner-school students gained the equivalent of three-and-half-months of additional learning compared to their peers.
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Kindergarten Graduation
Please join us for a special celebration as we honor our Kindergarten graduates—our littlest eagles—soaring into first grade! This joyful event will showcase their growth, learning, and all the hard work they've put in throughout the year. Date: May 22nd Time: 9am Doors open at 8:45am Location: Sky Ranch Gymnasium Each student may have up to 4 family members attend. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you! With pride, Your Sky Ranch Kindergarten Team
Our School's Recognitions
Our school is built on the cornerstone of Academic Excellence, which has earned us recognition. Learn more about the success of our students!
Support for Military Families
Sky Ranch Academy is a military-friendly school, showing our commitment to students and families that are connected to our nation's military.
Parent Portal Help Page
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
Advanced Learning Program
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
Popsicles on the Playground K-2
What better way to celebrate a summer day than with a cool sweet treat? Students and parents are invited to join us and connect with other new families. See you there!
It's Not Too Late!
If you missed our Early Spring application window - good news! We’ve just opened our Late Spring application window at Sky Ranch Academy, and there’s still time to apply. Applications are open through May 28.
A brighter path is within reach. Take the next step and apply today!
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One School Changes Everything
Learn more about Sky Ranch Academy! Find out how we personalize teaching and measure student success. Hear from parents and students and get a look inside a completed NHA® school.Learn More About Sky Ranch
Moral Focus
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways. Virtues such as respect, perseverance, compassion, and courage are essential to what kids need to succeed and an essential part of what we teach. We make them part of every school day through our Moral Focus Program. Our program is integrated into everything we do. This helps students learn the importance of making good decisions and doing the right thing in life.
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At a Glance
K-9
Grades in 20252023
Year Opened9
Character-Building Monthly Virtues495
Number of StudentsGrades Offered
Sky Ranch Academy will offer grades K-9 for the 2025-26 school year, adding one grade per year through grade 12.
All grades will meet for classes Monday - Friday.
We Are a Charter School
Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. Sky Ranch Academy is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in Colorado.
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NHA® Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year
A recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.Learn More About Stanford's Study
"I love that Sky Ranch challenges their students both academically and morally. I also like that Sky Ranch is a smaller environment and that they hold their students to high expectations."
- Sky Ranch Academy Parent
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