Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aspen Ridge Preparatory School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School's student population of 547 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspen Ridge Preparatory School is 0.34, which is less 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
#424 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspen Ridge Preparatory School's ranking?
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School is ranked #424 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Aspen Ridge Preparatory School often compared to?
Aspen Ridge Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Hawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Aspen Ridge Preparatory School?
547 students attend Aspen Ridge Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Aspen Ridge Preparatory School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspen Ridge Preparatory School?
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Aspen Ridge Preparatory School offer ?
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Aspen Ridge Preparatory School part of?
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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