Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Boston K-8 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 5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Boston K-8 School serves the west part of Aurora, CO, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boston K-8 School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To be a unified, global community of lifelong learners who strive for excellence and compassion for self, each other, and our world.
School Rankings
Boston K-8 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 Boston K-8 School is 0.42, which is less 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
#1671 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
75%
37%
Black
11%
5%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston K-8 School's ranking?
Boston K-8 School is ranked #1671 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Boston K-8 School often compared to?
Boston K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crawford Elementary 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 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Boston K-8 School?
413 students attend Boston K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Boston K-8 School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boston K-8 School?
Boston K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boston K-8 School offer ?
Boston K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boston K-8 School part of?
Boston K-8 School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
In what neighborhood is Boston K-8 School located?
Boston K-8 School is located in the Delmar Parkway neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 8 other public schools located in Delmar Parkway.
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