Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orchard Park 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 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Skyline Vista Elementary School serves a central area in Denver, CO, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Park Academy's student population of 531 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orchard Park 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 Orchard Park Academy is 0.30, 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
#1415 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
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)45.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
School Mascot
Pumas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Park Academy's ranking?
Orchard Park Academy is ranked #1415 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Orchard Park Academy?
531 students attend Orchard Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Orchard Park Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Park Academy?
Orchard Park Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Orchard Park Academy offer ?
Orchard Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Park Academy part of?
Orchard Park Academy is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Park Academy located?
Orchard Park Academy is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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