Serving 895 students in grades Kindergarten-8, S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy 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 31% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 58% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy's student population of 895 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
S. Christa Mcauliffe 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 S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy is 0.56, 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
#859 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
52%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy's ranking?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy is ranked #859 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy often compared to?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Ridge Academy, University Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy?
895 students attend S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy offer ?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy part of?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Stem Academy is part of Greeleyschool District No. 6 In The County Of Weld And Sta.
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