Serving 536 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 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- 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
Top Rankings
Aurora Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Aurora Academy Charter School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 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 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. 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
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
51%
5%
White
9%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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?
536 students attend Aurora Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Aurora Academy Charter School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 13:1, 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 A.
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
View the Aurora Academy Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
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)
Fall Break (AACS Closed)
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
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