STEM School Highlands Ranch

Charter School 1,394 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
STEM School Highlands Ranch is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, that operates with a core focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The school is known for its rigorous, inquiry-based academic approach, which emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative learning. By integrating STEM concepts across all grade levels, the school aims to prepare students for the demands of a rapidly evolving global workforce, often utilizing project-based learning to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school is recognized for its commitment to innovation and its diverse array of extracurricular offerings, including competitive robotics, engineering clubs, and various arts and humanities programs. STEM School Highlands Ranch serves a large student population and is designed to create a community where students are encouraged to be both creators and innovators. The school’s environment is intentionally structured to foster a culture of inclusivity and academic ambition, aiming to equip graduates with the skills necessary to excel in post-secondary education and professional careers in technical and creative fields.
1,394
Total Students
79.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for STEM School Highlands Ranch
Demographic Student Count
White707
Hispanic168
Black35
Asian367
Two or More108
American Indian4
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    707 (50.7%)
  • Asian
    367 (26.3%)
  • Hispanic
    168 (12.1%)
  • Two or More
    108 (7.7%)
  • Black
    35 (2.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Phone: (303)683-7836
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 1,394
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 160
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 74
Grade 1 64
Grade 2 77
Grade 3 95
Grade 4 79
Grade 5 117
Grade 6 134
Grade 7 162
Grade 8 177
Grade 9 114
Grade 10 105
Grade 11 96
Grade 12 100

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for STEM School Highlands Ranch
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten74
Grade 164
Grade 277
Grade 395
Grade 479
Grade 5117
Grade 6134
Grade 7162
Grade 8177
Grade 9114
Grade 10105
Grade 1196
Grade 12100
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for STEM School Highlands Ranch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female53938.7%
Male85561.3%
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