Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Altura Elementary School 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altura Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Altura Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student shapes a successful future.
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Altura Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altura Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1699 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
81%
36%
Black
7%
5%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altura Elementary School's ranking?
Altura Elementary School is ranked #1699 out of 1,748 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Altura Elementary School?
537 students attend Altura Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Altura Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altura Elementary School?
Altura Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Altura Elementary School offer ?
Altura Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Altura Elementary School part of?
Altura Elementary School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Altura Elementary School located?
Altura Elementary School is located in the Sable Altura Chambers neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Sable Altura Chambers.
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