Summary:
The 80012 zip code area of Aurora, Colorado is home to 14 diverse schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve a wide range of students, with varying academic performance and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Among the standout schools in the area are Aurora Quest K-8, which is ranked among the top 2 elementary schools in Colorado and consistently achieves high test scores across all grade levels and subjects. Another high-performing school is Lotus School for Excellence, a public charter school that often exceeds district and state averages in academic performance. In contrast, Gateway High School and some of the elementary schools in the area struggle to meet state standards, highlighting the stark disparities in educational opportunities within the 80012 zip code.
The schools in this area serve diverse student populations, with varying percentages of White, African American, Hispanic, Asian, and other racial/ethnic groups. The free and reduced lunch rates also range significantly, from 40.92% at Aurora Quest K-8 to 88.01% at Lotus School for Excellence, indicating varying levels of economic disadvantage among the student populations. This diversity is a strength that should be celebrated, but the data also suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, underscoring the need to address the impact of economic factors on student achievement.
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