Serving 231 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Boulder Universal ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 231 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Boulder Universal's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Boulder, CO, covering approximately 482.7 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located up to 28 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boulder Universal ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Boulder Universal's student population of 231 students has declined by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Boulder Universal ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boulder Universal is 0.56, 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
#58 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
63%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boulder Universal's ranking?
Boulder Universal is ranked #58 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Boulder Universal often compared to?
Boulder Universalis often viewed alongside schools like Peyton Online Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boulder Universal?
The graduation rate of Boulder Universal is 60-69%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Boulder Universal?
231 students attend Boulder Universal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Boulder Universal students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boulder Universal?
Boulder Universal has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boulder Universal offer ?
Boulder Universal offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boulder Universal part of?
Boulder Universal is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
School Calendar
View the Boulder Universal yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall break - No school
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall break - No school
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving break - no school
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving break - no school
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving break - no school
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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