Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Jack Swigert Aerospace 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy's student population of 452 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack Swigert Aerospace 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 Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1656 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
60%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
20%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy's ranking?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy is ranked #1656 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy often compared to?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sabin Middle School, Panorama Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy?
452 students attend Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy offer ?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy part of?
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
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