Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Aurora Frontier K-8 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 38% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aurora Frontier K-8 serves the southern part of its school district in Aurora, CO, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aurora Frontier K-8's student population of 761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Student Strong!
School Rankings
Aurora Frontier K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Frontier K-8 is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Frontier K-8's ranking?
Aurora Frontier K-8 is ranked #579 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Aurora Frontier K-8 often compared to?
Aurora Frontier K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Creek K-8 School, Aurora Quest K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Aurora Frontier K-8?
761 students attend Aurora Frontier K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Aurora Frontier K-8 students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Frontier K-8?
Aurora Frontier K-8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Frontier K-8 offer ?
Aurora Frontier K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Frontier K-8 part of?
Aurora Frontier K-8 is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Frontier K-8 located?
Aurora Frontier K-8 is located in the The Conservatory at the Plains neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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