Serving 942 students in grades 6-12, Aurora West College Preparatory Academy 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 2% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy's student population of 942 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
942 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy 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 West College Preparatory Academy is 0.39, 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
#1778 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)3%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
77%
36%
Black
11%
5%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora West College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy is ranked #1778 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Aurora West College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Aurora West College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Central Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aurora West College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Aurora West College Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Aurora West College Preparatory Academy?
942 students attend Aurora West College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Aurora West College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora West College Preparatory Academy?
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora West College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Aurora West College Preparatory Academy part of?
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora West College Preparatory Academy located?
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy is located in the Delmar Parkway neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 8 other public schools located in Delmar Parkway.
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