Serving 1,830 students in grades 9-12, Aurora Central High 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 4% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aurora Central High School's student population of 1,830 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aurora Central High School 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 Aurora Central High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#1775 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)3%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
70%
35%
Black
17%
4%
White
4%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Central High School's ranking?
Aurora Central High School is ranked #1775 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aurora Central High School?
The graduation rate of Aurora Central High School is 70%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Aurora Central High School?
1,830 students attend Aurora Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Aurora Central High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Central High School?
Aurora Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Central High School offer ?
Aurora Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aurora Central High School part of?
Aurora Central High School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Central High School located?
Aurora Central High School is located in the Delmar Parkway neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 8 other public schools located in Delmar Parkway.
School Reviews
1 2/15/2021
Aurora Central High School contains many learning and opportunity deficits. My son took the Algebra class freshman year and basically reviewed what his middle school taught the year before. We were able to change his class to an accelerated course second semester, and yet the class still manages to be incredibly slow. The classes are easy, and the lack of challenge allows the students to stagnate while other schools push their students to grow. The office ladies sent me away when we asked about the password to the school accounts. Unfortunately, a lot of the faculty does the bare minimum, and that leaves the students to do the bare minimum. I understand the school has that reputation, but that is not an excuse for the faculty to neglect their work. A lot of the students are at risk and underprivileged. Schools are meant to be a center for learning and opportunities. Ultimately, Aurora Central fails to uphold these responsibilities.
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