Serving 950 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Del Mar Academy 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 7% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SIXTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the west part of Aurora, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Mar Academy's student population of 950 students has grown by 151% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
950 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
At Del Mar Academy we ROAR! Respectful | Offer Kindness | Always Safe | Responsible
School Rankings
Del Mar Academy 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 Del Mar Academy is 0.46, 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
#1713 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Del Mar Academy's ranking?
Del Mar Academy is ranked #1713 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Del Mar Academy often compared to?
Del Mar Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Vaughn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Del Mar Academy?
950 students attend Del Mar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Del Mar Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Mar Academy?
Del Mar Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Del Mar Academy offer ?
Del Mar Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Del Mar Academy part of?
Del Mar Academy is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
In what neighborhood is Del Mar Academy located?
Del Mar Academy is located in the Lynn Knoll neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Lynn Knoll.
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