ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St school district, located in THORNTON, CO with about 448 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 19 teachers, ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL, located at 8970 York Street in Thornton, Colorado, is a specialized educational institution operating under the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district. It is distinct from traditional comprehensive high schools, functioning as a magnet school designed to provide a personalized, project-based learning environment. The school emphasizes a curriculum that blends rigorous academics with real-world applications, often focusing on interdisciplinary studies that encourage students to think critically and solve complex problems.

The school is well-regarded for its smaller student body and intimate campus culture, which fosters strong relationships between students and faculty. By prioritizing a "deeper learning" approach, ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL seeks to prepare students for success in higher education and the modern workforce by teaching them to manage their own projects, collaborate effectively, and apply their knowledge in meaningful ways. It serves as an attractive option for students in the region who are looking for a non-traditional educational experience that moves beyond standard lecture-based instruction.

For more information, contact ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL at (303) 853-1900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8970 YORK STREET
THORNTON, CO 80229-4666
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ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in THORNTON, CO with about 448 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
448
Teachers:
19
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
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 448 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 79% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
79.5%
White
11.4%
Black or African American
3.1%
Two or more races
2.9%
Asian
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
43.3%
Male
56.7%

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.