Serving 892 students in grades 6-8, Aurora Hills Middle 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 5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aurora Hills Middle School's student population of 892 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aurora Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Hills Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1722 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
62%
35%
Black
18%
5%
White
8%
51%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Hills Middle School's ranking?
Aurora Hills Middle School is ranked #1722 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Aurora Hills Middle School?
892 students attend Aurora Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Aurora Hills Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Hills Middle School?
Aurora Hills Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Aurora Hills Middle School offer ?
Aurora Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aurora Hills Middle School part of?
Aurora Hills Middle School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Hills Middle School located?
Aurora Hills Middle School is located in the Aurora Hills neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 3 other public schools located in Aurora Hills.
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