Serving 1,341 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Las Americas Aspira Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 1,341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Americas Aspira Academy's student population of 1,341 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
Total Students
1,341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Las Americas Aspira Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Americas Aspira Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
71%
19%
Black
14%
31%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Americas Aspira Academy's ranking?
Las Americas Aspira Academy is ranked #131 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Las Americas Aspira Academy often compared to?
Las Americas Aspira Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Newark Charter School, Odyssey Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Las Americas Aspira Academy?
1,341 students attend Las Americas Aspira Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Las Americas Aspira Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Americas Aspira Academy?
Las Americas Aspira Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Las Americas Aspira Academy offer ?
Las Americas Aspira Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11
What school district is Las Americas Aspira Academy part of?
Las Americas Aspira Academy is part of Las Americas Aspira Academy School District.
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