VISTA PEAK P-8 EXPLORATORY
VISTA PEAK P-8 EXPLORATORY 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 1,068 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, VISTA PEAK P-8 EXPLORATORY has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
VISTA PEAK P-8 EXPLORATORY, located in Aurora, Colorado, is a unique, integrated educational facility that serves students from preschool through eighth grade. As part of the Aurora Public Schools district, the school emphasizes a continuous learning model designed to prepare students for the transition to the adjacent Vista PEAK Preparatory high school. The "Exploratory" designation highlights the school’s commitment to a well-rounded, inquiry-based curriculum that encourages students to investigate various disciplines and develop critical thinking skills in a supportive, modern environment.
The school is known for its focus on innovation, community, and personal growth, utilizing a collaborative approach that connects students, staff, and families. By fostering a culture of high expectations and belonging, Vista PEAK P-8 aims to build a strong academic foundation while nurturing the social-emotional development of its diverse student body. Through its strategic location and specialized educational philosophy, the school serves as a central hub for academic development, helping students navigate their formative years with a clear pathway toward future success in high school and beyond.
For more information, contact VISTA PEAK P-8 EXPLORATORY at (303) 364-3757 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AURORA, CO 80018-1633
(303) 364-3757
VISTA PEAK P-8 EXPLORATORY is a public school in AURORA, CO with about 1,068 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 1,068
- Teachers:
- 53.57
- 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 1,068 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 44.9%
- White
- 29.4%
- Black or African American
- 13.4%
- Two or more races
- 8.0%
- Asian
- 3.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
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.