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.
AURORA, CO 80012-3571
(303) 343-3664
http://quest.aurorak12.org
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
- 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
* 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.
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.