Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Westminster Academy For International Studies 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westminster Academy For International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westminster Academy For International Studies's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westminster Academy For International Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westminster Academy For International Studies is 0.40, 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
#1214 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
76%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Westminster Academy For International Studies's ranking?
Westminster Academy For International Studies is ranked #1214 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Westminster Academy For International Studies often compared to?
Westminster Academy For International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Colorado Stem Academy, Polaris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Westminster Academy For International Studies?
288 students attend Westminster Academy For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Westminster Academy For International Studies students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westminster Academy For International Studies?
Westminster Academy For International Studies has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westminster Academy For International Studies offer ?
Westminster Academy For International Studies offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westminster Academy For International Studies part of?
Westminster Academy For International Studies is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Westminster Academy For International Studies located?
Westminster Academy For International Studies is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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