School Overview
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.
589
Total Students
29.0
Full-Time Teachers
20.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Aurora Quest K-8
Demographic Student Count
White227
Hispanic117
Black128
Asian56
Two or More59
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    227 (38.5 %)
  • Black
    128 (21.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    117 (19.9 %)
  • Two or More
    59 (10.0 %)
  • Asian
    56 (9.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A
Phone: (303)343-3664
Website: http://quest.aurorak12.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 589
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 204
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 42
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 50
Grade 1 52
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 56
Grade 4 58
Grade 5 60
Grade 6 90
Grade 7 83
Grade 8 86

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Aurora Quest K-8
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten50
Grade 152
Grade 254
Grade 356
Grade 458
Grade 560
Grade 690
Grade 783
Grade 886
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Aurora Quest K-8
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30852.3%
Male28147.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)