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Delta Academy of Applied Learning
Middle School · Delta County Joint District No. 50
822 GRAND AVE, Delta, CO 81416
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
25:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
25:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Delta Academy of Applied Learning
Delta Academy of Applied Learning is a public middle school in Delta, CO, part of the Delta County Joint District No. 50. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Students demonstrate 37% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $52,174, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Delta Academy of Applied Learning is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Delta Academy of Applied Learning is 25:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Address
- 822 GRAND AVE, Delta, CO 81416
- Phone
- (970) 874-0835
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 30% (2019) to 49.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 49.5% (2019) to 69.5% (2021).
Location
822 GRAND AVE, Delta, CO 81416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delta Academy of Applied Learning may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cedaredge Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Cedaredge). Additionally, Delta Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Delta, see our Delta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Backpack Early Learning Academy Delta | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Delta Middle School Delta | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| DELTA SDA SCHOOL Delta | 0.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Delta | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Vision Charter Academy Delta | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Vision Charter Academy K-8 Delta | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Garnet Mesa Elementary School Delta | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL & TINY TREASURES Delta | 0.9 mi | — |
| Grand Mesa Choice Academy Delta | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Delta High School Delta | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Olathe Elementary School Olathe | 9.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Olathe Middle/High School Olathe | 10.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Cedaredge Middle School Cedaredge | 13.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Cedaredge High School Cedaredge | 13.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Cedaredge Elementary School Cedaredge | 13.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Montrose | 20.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Peak Virtual Academy Montrose | 20.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Northside Elementary School Montrose | 20.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Black Canyon High School Montrose | 20.9 mi | — |
| Montrose High School Montrose | 21.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,174
Median Home Value
$282,500
Median Rent
$1,043/mo
Population
14,219
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
43.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Delta Academy of Applied Learning has a median household income of $52,174. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,500, with a median rent of $1,043/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Antonito Middle School Antonito, CO | — |
| Connections Learning Center on the Earle Johnson C Golden, CO | — |
| Lone Star Middle School Otis, CO | — |
| Silverton Middle School Silverton, CO | — |
| VERTICAL SKILLS ACADEMY Evergreen, CO | — |
| Nucla Middle School Nucla, CO | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delta Academy of Applied Learning
What grades does Delta Academy of Applied Learning serve?
Delta Academy of Applied Learning serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Delta Academy of Applied Learning?
Delta Academy of Applied Learning has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delta Academy of Applied Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at Delta Academy of Applied Learning is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Delta Academy of Applied Learning?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Delta Academy of Applied Learning has 36.5% math proficiency and 59.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Delta Academy of Applied Learning a charter school?
No, Delta Academy of Applied Learning is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delta Academy of Applied Learning a Title I school?
No, Delta Academy of Applied Learning is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,475/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Delta). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Delta County
- Phone
- (970) 874-0835
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Delta County Joint District No. 50- District Enrollment
- 4,489
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,843
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