Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aurora Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aurora Academy Charter School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Aurora Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Academy Charter School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#850 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
36%
Black
47%
5%
White
10%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Academy Charter School's ranking?
Aurora Academy Charter School is ranked #850 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Aurora Academy Charter School often compared to?
Aurora Academy 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Aurora Academy Charter School?
524 students attend Aurora Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Aurora Academy Charter School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% 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 Academy Charter School?
Aurora Academy Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Academy Charter School offer ?
Aurora Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Academy Charter School part of?
Aurora Academy Charter School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And Arapahoe County.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Academy Charter School located?
Aurora Academy Charter School is located in the Sunny Vale neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of School for 6th-8th Grade
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School for 1st-5th Grade
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of School for Kindergarten
August 17, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Quarter
October 08, 2026 (Thursday)
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