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#84 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 44% of private schools
Aspen Academy
Elementary School
5859 S UNIVERSITY BLVD, Greenwood Village, CO 80121
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#84 of 188
In Greenwood Village
#2 of 2
public schools
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Aspen Academy
Elementary School in Greenwood Village · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Aspen Academy
Aspen Academy is a private elementary school in Greenwood Village, CO. Aspen Academy serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Aspen Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Aspen Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Aspen Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Aspen Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Greenwood Village, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspen Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 8.0 |
| West Middle School | 8.0 |
| Cherry Creek Charter Academy | 9.2 |
| Belleview Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Campus Middle School | 8.3 |
| High Plains Elementary School | 7.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5859 S UNIVERSITY BLVD, Greenwood Village, CO 80121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aspen Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Hills Village Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cherry Hills Village), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ford Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gudy Gaskill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenwood Village, see our Greenwood Village schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gudy Gaskill Elementary Centennial | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Sandburg Elementary School Centennial | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ANASTASIS ACADEMY Centennial | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Little Raven Elementary School Littleton | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| The Village Centennial | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Englewood | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Field Elementary School Littleton | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Littleton High School Littleton | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Newton Middle School Centennial | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ALL SOULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Englewood | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Cherry Hills Village Elementary School Cherry Hills Village | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Arapahoe High School Centennial | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Centennial | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Lois Lenski Elementary School Centennial | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Littleton Prep Charter School Littleton | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| KENT DENVER SCHOOL Englewood | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Cherrelyn Elementary School Englewood | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Colorado's Finest High School of Choice Englewood | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Ford Elementary Centennial | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Euclid Middle School Littleton | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,287
Median Home Value
$684,900
Median Rent
$1,945/mo
Population
17,929
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
48.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bear Canyon Elementary School Highlands Ranch, CO | 6.6 |
| Cache La Poudre Elementary School Laporte, CO | 6.6 |
| Columbine Hills Elementary School Littleton, CO | 6.6 |
| Dakota Valley Elementary School Aurora, CO | 6.6 |
| Dartmouth Elementary School Aurora, CO | 6.6 |
| Independence Academy Grand Junction, CO | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aspen Academy
What grades does Aspen Academy serve?
Aspen Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Aspen Academy?
Aspen Academy has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aspen Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Aspen Academy is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Aspen Academy rank in CO?
Aspen Academy ranks #84 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Aspen Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Aspen Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Aspen Academy a private school?
Yes, Aspen Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Aspen Academy a religious school?
No, Aspen Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Phone
- (303) 346-3500
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