AURORA WEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

AURORA WEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public high 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 1,191 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 61 teachers, AURORA WEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY 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.

AURORA WEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (AWCPA), located in Aurora, Colorado, is a secondary school within the Aurora Public Schools district that serves students in grades 6 through 12. As a dedicated college-preparatory institution, the school is built on the philosophy that every student, regardless of their background, should have the opportunity and the preparation necessary to succeed in higher education. The campus fosters a rigorous academic environment, emphasizing high expectations for student achievement while providing the supportive structures needed to navigate a path toward university success.

Beyond its core curriculum, AWCPA is known for its focus on cultivating a strong school culture that prioritizes community, perseverance, and academic inquiry. By serving both middle and high school students on a single campus, the school aims to create a consistent educational experience that helps students build long-term goals and develop the essential skills required for post-secondary life. Through its various academic programs and dedicated staff, Aurora West works to bridge the achievement gap and equip its diverse student body with the tools to become informed, capable citizens in their local and global communities.

For more information, contact AURORA WEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY at (303) 366-2671 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.