Needs Improvement
#1770 of 1,815 schools in CO
Jamaica Child Development Center
School · Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A
800 JAMAICA STREET, Aurora, CO 80010
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 94 schools in Aurora. Learn more
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
43.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
43.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,770 of 1,815
In Aurora
#96 of 100
public schools
In district
#53 of 56
Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A
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About Jamaica Child Development Center
Jamaica Child Development Center is a public school in Aurora, CO, part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A. Jamaica Child Development Center serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 43.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jamaica Child Development Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 1,815 schools in CO.
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Jamaica Child Development Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Jamaica Child Development Center runs 43.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Jamaica Child Development Center Compares
See how Jamaica Child Development Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 JAMAICA STREET, Aurora, CO 80010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jamaica Child Development Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rocky Mountain Prep: Fletcher (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aurora Science & Tech Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aurora Central Campus (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,755
Median Home Value
$385,700
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
42,010
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
31.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jamaica Child Development Center
What grades does Jamaica Child Development Center serve?
Jamaica Child Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Jamaica Child Development Center?
Jamaica Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Child Development Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Child Development Center is 43.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jamaica Child Development Center rank in CO?
Jamaica Child Development Center ranks #1,770 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Jamaica Child Development Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Jamaica Child Development Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jamaica Child Development Center a charter school?
No, Jamaica Child Development Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jamaica Child Development Center a Title I school?
No, Jamaica Child Development Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jamaica Child Development Center?
76.2% of students at Jamaica Child Development Center 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 130
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 43.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Phone
- (303) 364-8126
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
- District Rank
- #53 of 56
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