New America School
Charter School
74 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The New America School in Lakewood, Colorado, is a public charter high school specifically designed to serve the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs), recent immigrants, and students who have struggled in traditional high school settings. The school operates with a mission to empower its diverse student body by providing a supportive, safe, and rigorous academic environment. By focusing on smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap for students who may be balancing work, family responsibilities, or the challenges of adapting to a new country and language.
Academically, New America School emphasizes English language acquisition alongside core curriculum requirements necessary for graduation and post-secondary success. Beyond the classroom, the school fosters a multicultural community that values the unique backgrounds of its students, often incorporating flexible scheduling and wraparound support services to help students stay on track. By prioritizing both linguistic development and workforce readiness, the school serves as a crucial pathway for students to earn their high school diplomas and gain the confidence needed for higher education or professional careers.
Academically, New America School emphasizes English language acquisition alongside core curriculum requirements necessary for graduation and post-secondary success. Beyond the classroom, the school fosters a multicultural community that values the unique backgrounds of its students, often incorporating flexible scheduling and wraparound support services to help students stay on track. By prioritizing both linguistic development and workforce readiness, the school serves as a crucial pathway for students to earn their high school diplomas and gain the confidence needed for higher education or professional careers.
74
Total Students
3.7
Full-Time Teachers
20.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic | 68 |
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Hispanic68 (91.9%)
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White6 (8.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Jefferson County School District No. R-1 |
| Phone: | (303)894-3171 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 74 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 3.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 55 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
10
Grade 10
10
Grade 11
22
Grade 12
32
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 10 |
| Grade 10 | 10 |
| Grade 11 | 22 |
| Grade 12 | 32 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 35 | 47.3% |
| Male | 39 | 52.7% |
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