Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aurora Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Aurora Charter School's student population of 506 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aurora Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Charter School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1067 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
35%
Black
43%
4%
White
13%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Charter School's ranking?
Aurora Charter School is ranked #1067 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Aurora Charter School often compared to?
Aurora Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lotus School For Excellence, Axl Academy, Aurora Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Aurora Charter School?
506 students attend Aurora Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Aurora Charter School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Charter School?
Aurora Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Charter School offer ?
Aurora Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Aurora Charter School part of?
Aurora Charter School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Charter School located?
Aurora Charter School is located in the Sunny Vale neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
School Calendar
View the Aurora Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School for 1st-8th Grade
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School - Kindergarten
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Fall Break (AACS Closed0
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break (AACS Closed)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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