S. Christa McAuliffe STEM Academy

GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta

(970)348-1900

mcauliffe.greeleyschools.org

895 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

S. Christa McAuliffe STEM Academy, located in Greeley, Colorado, is a specialized elementary school within the Greeley-Evans School District 6 that focuses on integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) into its core curriculum. Named after the pioneering teacher and astronaut, the academy emphasizes hands-on, inquiry-based learning designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation among its diverse student body. By utilizing advanced technology and project-based learning models, the school aims to prepare its students to excel in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Beyond its academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on cultivating a collaborative and supportive community environment. It integrates STEM principles across all subjects, encouraging students to explore real-world challenges through creative exploration and collaboration. The academy prides itself on being a hub for high-quality instruction, providing students with the foundational skills needed for long-term success while nurturing their curiosity and persistence in the face of complex academic tasks.

895

Total Students

51.6

Full-Time Teachers

17.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

54.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for S. Christa McAuliffe STEM Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	377
Hispanic	464
Black	6
Asian	15
Two or More	31
American Indian	2

Hispanic
464 (51.8 %)
White
377 (42.1 %)
Two or More
31 (3.5 %)
Asian
15 (1.7 %)
Black
6 (0.7 %)
American Indian
2 (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:	GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta
Phone:	(970)348-1900
Website:	http://mcauliffe.greeleyschools.org
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	895
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	412
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	73

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 90

Grade 1 96

Grade 2 102

Grade 3 104

Grade 4 96

Grade 5 106

Grade 6 102

Grade 7 99

Grade 8 100