AURORA QUEST K-8

AURORA QUEST K-8 is a public elementary school that is part of the Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A school district, located in AURORA, CO with about 599 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, AURORA QUEST K-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

AURORA QUEST K-8, located in Aurora, Colorado, is a specialized magnet school within the Aurora Public Schools district designed specifically to serve students identified as Gifted and Talented (GT). The school’s curriculum is structured to provide a high-level academic environment that emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and intellectual rigor. By catering to the unique social and emotional needs of gifted learners, the school fosters a community where students are encouraged to pursue their curiosities and engage in advanced coursework that moves at an accelerated pace compared to traditional settings.

Beyond its academic focus, AURORA QUEST K-8 prides itself on cultivating a supportive and inclusive culture where gifted students can connect with like-minded peers. The school emphasizes the development of the "whole child," integrating opportunities for creativity, leadership, and personal growth alongside core academics. As a K-8 institution, it provides a consistent educational trajectory that prepares students for the challenges of high school and beyond, positioning itself as a premier choice for families in the region seeking a tailored, high-achievement environment.

For more information, contact AURORA QUEST K-8 at (303) 343-3664 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

472 SOUTH WHEELING ST
AURORA, CO 80012-3571
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AURORA QUEST K-8 is a public school in AURORA, CO with about 599 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
599
Teachers:
28.62
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 599 students

White
49.7%
Hispanic/Latino
20.9%
Asian
11.0%
Black or African American
11.0%
Two or more races
6.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
53.9%
Male
46.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.