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Aurora Science & Tech High School
School · Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A
2540 NORTH SCRANTON COURT, Aurora, CO 80045
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Grades
9th – 10th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Grades
9th – 10th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Aurora Science & Tech High School
Aurora Science & Tech High School is a public school in Aurora, CO, part of the Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A. The school serves approximately 309 students in grades 9th – 10th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,000, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
Aurora Science & Tech High School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 309 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Address
- 2540 NORTH SCRANTON COURT, Aurora, CO 80045
- Phone
- (303) 524-6397
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Aurora Science & Tech High School Compares
See how Aurora Science & Tech High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2540 NORTH SCRANTON COURT, Aurora, CO 80045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aurora Science & Tech High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Aurora Science & Tech Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away). Additionally, COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away). For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Park Lane Elementary School Aurora | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| North Middle School Health Sciences and Technology Aurora | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Montview Math & Health Sciences Elementary School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CEDAR WOOD Aurora | 1.0 mi | — |
| Isabella Bird Community School Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Vaughn Elementary School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Vega Collegiate Academy Aurora | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Farrell B. Howell ECE-8 School Denver | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Aurora Central Campus Aurora | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Northeast Early College Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| McGlone Academy Denver | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep: Fletcher Aurora | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Aurora Science & Tech Middle School Aurora | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Altura Elementary School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Kenton Elementary School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Academy 360 Denver | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,000
Median Rent
$2,011/mo
Population
1,615
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
0.9%
Poverty Rate
38.6%
Median Age
32.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Aurora Science & Tech High School has a median household income of $50,000. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 38.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aurora Science & Tech High School
What grades does Aurora Science & Tech High School serve?
Aurora Science & Tech High School serves students in grades 9th through 10th.
How many students attend Aurora Science & Tech High School?
Aurora Science & Tech High School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aurora Science & Tech High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Aurora Science & Tech High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Aurora Science & Tech High School a charter school?
Yes, Aurora Science & Tech High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Aurora Science & Tech High School a Title I school?
No, Aurora Science & Tech High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aurora Science & Tech High School?
86.4% of students at Aurora Science & Tech High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,074/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Aurora). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Adams County
- Phone
- (303) 524-6397
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A- District Enrollment
- 38,178
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,118
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