Serving 781 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Aurora Frontier K-8 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 38% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Frontier K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Aurora Frontier K-8's student population of 781 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aurora Frontier K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Frontier K-8 is 0.76, 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
#576 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
34%
35%
Black
16%
5%
White
28%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Frontier K-8's ranking?
Aurora Frontier K-8 is ranked #576 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Aurora Frontier K-8 often compared to?
Aurora Frontier K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Creek K-8 School, Aurora Quest K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Aurora Frontier K-8?
781 students attend Aurora Frontier K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Aurora Frontier K-8 students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Frontier K-8?
Aurora Frontier K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Aurora Frontier K-8 offer ?
Aurora Frontier K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Aurora Frontier K-8 part of?
Aurora Frontier K-8 is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Frontier K-8 located?
Aurora Frontier K-8 is located in the The Conservatory at the Plains neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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