Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Colorado Stem Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colorado Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Colorado Stem Academy's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colorado Stem Academy 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 Colorado Stem Academy is 0.60, 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
#558 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
49%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
40%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado Stem Academy's ranking?
Colorado Stem Academy is ranked #558 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Colorado Stem Academy?
392 students attend Colorado Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Colorado Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colorado Stem Academy?
Colorado Stem Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Colorado Stem Academy offer ?
Colorado Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Colorado Stem Academy part of?
Colorado Stem Academy is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Colorado Stem Academy located?
Colorado Stem Academy is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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