Aurora Highlands K-8 serves 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Highlands K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Aurora Highlands K-8's student population of 472 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aurora Highlands K-8 is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
29%
5%
White
16%
49%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Aurora Highlands K-8?
472 students attend Aurora Highlands K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Aurora Highlands K-8 students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Highlands K-8?
Aurora Highlands K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Highlands K-8 offer ?
Aurora Highlands K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Aurora Highlands K-8 part of?
Aurora Highlands K-8 is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
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