Aurora Quest K-8
575 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
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.
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.
575
Total Students
30.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 209 |
| Hispanic | 121 |
| Black | 121 |
| Asian | 57 |
| Two or More | 66 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White209 (36.3%)
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Hispanic121 (21.0%)
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Black121 (21.0%)
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Two or More66 (11.5%)
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Asian57 (9.9%)
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American Indian1 (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: | 575 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 204 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 42 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
44
Grade 1
44
Grade 2
50
Grade 3
51
Grade 4
57
Grade 5
59
Grade 6
90
Grade 7
90
Grade 8
90
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 44 |
| Grade 1 | 44 |
| Grade 2 | 50 |
| Grade 3 | 51 |
| Grade 4 | 57 |
| Grade 5 | 59 |
| Grade 6 | 90 |
| Grade 7 | 90 |
| Grade 8 | 90 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 287 | 49.9% |
| Male | 288 | 50.1% |
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