Serving 405 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colorado Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Colorado Stem Academy's student population of 405 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colorado Stem Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colorado Stem Academy is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#463 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
48%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
40%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
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 #463 out of 1,734 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Colorado Stem Academy?
405 students attend Colorado Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Colorado Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% 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 18:1, 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
What school district is Colorado Stem Academy part of?
Colorado Stem Academy is part of Westminster Public Schools 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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