Air Academy High School vs Ascend College Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Air Academy High School
Usaf Academy · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,380 students
Ascend College Prep
Colorado Springs · Public high · Grades 10–12
109 students
| Measure | Air Academy High School Usaf Academy, Colorado | Ascend College Prep Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 307 | #186 of 307 |
| National rank | #2375 of 16,910 | #10628 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 1,380 | 109 |
| Enrollment | 1,380 | 109 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | – |
| Math proficiency | 53% | – |
| city | Usaf Academy | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Air Academy High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 41.3).
- •Air Academy High School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.2).
- •Air Academy High School is the larger school with 1,380 students compared with 109.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Air Academy High School better than Ascend College Prep?
On the Success Index (US), Air Academy High School ranks higher (73.8 vs 41.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Air Academy High School and Ascend College Prep?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Usaf Academy and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Air Academy High School: 1,380. Ascend College Prep: 109. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Air Academy High School and Ascend College Prep rank in Colorado?
Air Academy High School is 31st of 307 and Ascend College Prep is 186th of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).