ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL is a public charter elementary school that is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J school district, located in ERIE, CO with about 481 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 25 teachers, ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (ARPS) is a public charter school located in Erie, Colorado, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded on the principle of providing a rigorous, well-rounded education, the school emphasizes a challenging academic curriculum that incorporates a strong focus on character development and community involvement. Their instructional model is designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong passion for learning in a supportive and structured environment.

The school is noted for its commitment to small class sizes and personalized attention, which allows educators to better meet the diverse needs of their student body. Beyond core academics, Aspen Ridge places a significant emphasis on "the whole child," offering various enrichment opportunities and a culture that prioritizes mutual respect and academic integrity. As a tuition-free public charter, it serves as a popular choice for families in the Erie area seeking an alternative to traditional district-run schools with a specific emphasis on college-preparatory readiness.

For more information, contact ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL at (720) 242-6225 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

705 AUSTIN AVENUE
ERIE, CO 80516-2424
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ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL is a public Charter school in ERIE, CO with about 481 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
Total Students:
481
Teachers:
25.55
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 481 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ASPEN RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
77.1%
Hispanic/Latino
11.0%
Asian
8.1%
Two or more races
1.9%
Black or African American
1.9%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

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.