Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Colorado Stem Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colorado Stem Academy's student population of 415 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare Today's Students for Life
School Rankings
Colorado Stem Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colorado Stem Academy is 0.62, 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
#515 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-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 Colorado Stem Academy's ranking?
Colorado Stem Academy is ranked #515 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Colorado Stem Academy?
415 students attend Colorado Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Colorado Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colorado Stem Academy?
Colorado Stem Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Colorado Stem Academy offer ?
Colorado Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colorado Stem Academy part of?
Colorado Stem Academy is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Colorado Stem Academy located?
Colorado Stem Academy is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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