Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Axl Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Axl Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Axl Academy's student population of 400 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
To deliver academic achievement, character development and social equity through an active instructional model and a strong school culture.
School Rankings
Axl Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Axl Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1521 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
42%
36%
Black
29%
5%
White
20%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axl Academy's ranking?
Axl Academy is ranked #1521 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Axl Academy often compared to?
Axl Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Axl Academy?
400 students attend Axl Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Axl Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Axl Academy?
Axl Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Axl Academy offer ?
Axl Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Axl Academy part of?
Axl Academy is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Axl Academy located?
Axl Academy is located in the Southeast Crossing neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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