Serving 25 students in grades 5-8, Delta Academy Of Applied Learning ranks in the top 20% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning's student population of 25 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delta Academy Of Applied Learning is 0.32, 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
#187 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Academy Of Applied Learning's ranking?
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning is ranked #187 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Delta Academy Of Applied Learning?
25 students attend Delta Academy Of Applied Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Delta Academy Of Applied Learning students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delta Academy Of Applied Learning?
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Delta Academy Of Applied Learning offer ?
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Delta Academy Of Applied Learning part of?
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning is part of Delta County Joint District No. 50 School District.
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