STEM LAB

STEM LAB is a public elementary school that is part of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools school district, located in NORTHGLENN, CO with about 469 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 26 teachers, STEM LAB has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

The STEM LAB, located in Northglenn, Colorado, is a specialized K-8 public school within the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district. As the name suggests, the school is built around a rigorous STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum that emphasizes project-based learning and inquiry-based instruction. It is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and aptitude for STEM fields, creating a focused environment where traditional subjects are integrated with real-world technical problem-solving.

Beyond its academic focus, STEM LAB is known for fostering a collaborative culture that mirrors professional engineering and scientific environments. Students frequently engage in hands-on design challenges, collaborative group work, and the use of modern technology to solve complex problems. By prioritizing critical thinking and innovation, the school aims to prepare its students not only for high-level high school coursework but also for future careers in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

For more information, contact STEM LAB at (720) 972-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

11700 IRMA DRIVE
NORTHGLENN, CO 80233-2198
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STEM LAB is a public school in NORTHGLENN, CO with about 469 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
469
Teachers:
26.25
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 469 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending STEM LAB is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.

White
70.4%
Hispanic/Latino
17.5%
Asian
6.2%
Two or more races
5.1%
Black or African American
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
41.4%
Male
58.6%

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.