Below Average
#1481 of 1,815 schools in CO
New America School - Aurora
High School · State Charter School Institute
1654 ELMIRA ST, Aurora, CO 80010
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,481 of 1,815
In Aurora
#67 of 100
public schools
In district
#27 of 39
State Charter School Institute
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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New America School - Aurora
High School in Aurora · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New America School - Aurora
New America School - Aurora is a public high school in Aurora, CO, part of State Charter School Institute. New America School - Aurora serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New America School - Aurora has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,481 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for New America School - Aurora show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- CO avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 106 students, New America School - Aurora 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.
Test scores at New America School - Aurora sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
New America School - Aurora runs 21.2:1 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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New America School - Aurora — Students at New America School - Aurora score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How New America School - Aurora Compares
See how New America School - Aurora performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1654 ELMIRA ST, Aurora, CO 80010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New America School - Aurora may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Legacy Charter School (rated 4.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Aurora West College Preparatory Academy (rated 4.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fulton Academy of Excellence Aurora | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Vanguard Classical School - West Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Boston K-8 School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Aurora West College Preparatory Academy Aurora | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Aurora Academy Charter School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Jamaica Child Development Center Aurora | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| APS Early Beginnings - A Zoom Site Aurora | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Crawford Elementary School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT LOWRY Denver | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lansing Elementary Community School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DENVER Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Kenton Elementary School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| William (Bill) Roberts ECE-8 School Denver | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Early Learning Center at New Legacy Charter School Aurora | 1.5 mi | — |
| New Legacy Charter School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Lowry Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Lotus School for Excellence Aurora | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| DSST: Montview Middle School Denver | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Florence Crittenton High School Denver, CO | 4.5 |
| New America School Lakewood, CO | 4.5 |
| New Legacy Charter School Aurora, CO | 4.5 |
| Centennial High School Fort Collins, CO | 4.6 |
| Eastlake High School of Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO | 4.4 |
| Centennial BOCES High School Greeley, CO | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New America School - Aurora
What grades does New America School - Aurora serve?
New America School - Aurora serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New America School - Aurora?
New America School - Aurora has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New America School - Aurora?
The student-teacher ratio at New America School - Aurora is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New America School - Aurora rank in CO?
New America School - Aurora ranks #1,481 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is New America School - Aurora's MySchoolScout rating?
New America School - Aurora has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at New America School - Aurora?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New America School - Aurora has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).
Is New America School - Aurora a charter school?
Yes, New America School - Aurora is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is New America School - Aurora a Title I school?
No, New America School - Aurora is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New America School - Aurora?
84.9% of students at New America School - Aurora 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Phone
- (303) 320-9854
- 4-Year Graduation
- 27.0%
Resources & Links
District
State Charter School Institute- District Enrollment
- 19,593
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,197
- District Rank
- #27 of 39
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