Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Jack Swigert Aerospace 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy's student population of 518 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1677 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
35%
Black
8%
4%
White
24%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy's ranking?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy is ranked #1677 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy often compared to?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sabin Middle School, Panorama Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy?
518 students attend Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy offer ?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy part of?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
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