Needs Improvement
#1771 of 1,815 schools in CO
Meadowood Child Development Center
School · Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A
3333 S NORFOLK WAY, Aurora, CO 80013
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 94 schools in Aurora. Learn more
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
48.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
48.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,771 of 1,815
In Aurora
#97 of 100
public schools
In district
#54 of 56
Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A
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About Meadowood Child Development Center
Meadowood Child Development Center is a public school in Aurora, CO, part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A. Meadowood Child Development Center serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 48.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadowood Child Development Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,771 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 193 students, Meadowood 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.
Meadowood Child Development Center runs 48.2:1 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
60.1%
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 Meadowood Child Development Center Compares
See how Meadowood Child Development Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3333 S NORFOLK WAY, Aurora, CO 80013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadowood Child Development Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. AL-MINHAAL ACADEMY COLORADO (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smoky Hill High School (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEACE WITH CHRIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth Elementary School Aurora | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Dalton Elementary School Aurora | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| AL-MINHAAL ACADEMY COLORADO Aurora | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Yale Elementary School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Mission Viejo Elementary School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Columbia Middle School Aurora | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Cimarron Elementary School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| HOLY LOVE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Aurora | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| The Journey Preschool Aurora | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Vassar Elementary School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Rangeview High School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRIST OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| PEACE WITH CHRIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Independence Elementary School Aurora | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Summit Elementary School Aurora | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Mrachek Middle School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Horizon Middle School Aurora | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Smoky Hill High School Aurora | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Iowa Elementary School Aurora | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Arrowhead Elementary School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,167
Median Home Value
$453,700
Median Rent
$1,978/mo
Population
74,732
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
36.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadowood Child Development Center
What grades does Meadowood Child Development Center serve?
Meadowood Child Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Meadowood Child Development Center?
Meadowood Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadowood Child Development Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadowood Child Development Center is 48.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadowood Child Development Center rank in CO?
Meadowood Child Development Center ranks #1,771 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Meadowood Child Development Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadowood 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 Meadowood Child Development Center a charter school?
No, Meadowood Child Development Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadowood Child Development Center a Title I school?
No, Meadowood Child Development Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadowood Child Development Center?
60.1% of students at Meadowood 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
- 193
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 48.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Phone
- (303) 400-0863
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
- #54 of 56
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