Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning 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 Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning is 0.53, 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
#541 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning's ranking?
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning is ranked #541 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning often compared to?
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning?
471 students attend Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning?
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning offer ?
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning part of?
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning located?
Centennial A School For Expeditionary Learning is located in the Fort Logan neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Fort Logan.
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