Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vega Collegiate Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vega Collegiate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vega Collegiate Academy's student population of 553 students has grown by 173% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vega Collegiate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vega Collegiate Academy is 0.58, 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
#1759 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
3%
Hispanic
57%
35%
Black
7%
5%
White
3%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vega Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Vega Collegiate Academy is ranked #1759 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Vega Collegiate Academy?
553 students attend Vega Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Vega Collegiate Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vega Collegiate Academy?
Vega Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vega Collegiate Academy offer ?
Vega Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vega Collegiate Academy part of?
Vega Collegiate Academy is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Vega Collegiate Academy located?
Vega Collegiate Academy is located in the Delmar Parkway neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 8 other public schools located in Delmar Parkway.
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