Laredo Child Development Center serves 246 students in grades Prekindergarten.
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: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laredo Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laredo Child Development Center's student population of 246 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laredo Child Development Center is 0.57, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
63%
35%
Black
17%
5%
White
8%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Laredo Child Development Center?
246 students attend Laredo Child Development Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Laredo Child Development Center students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Laredo Child Development Center offer ?
Laredo Child Development Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Laredo Child Development Center part of?
Laredo Child Development Center is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Laredo Child Development Center located?
Laredo Child Development Center is located in the Laredo Highline neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Laredo Highline.
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