Jefferson Academy Charter School or JA is a K-12 charter school in unincorporated Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. It is also known as the Jefferson Academy School of Excellence. The K-6 campus is located at 9955 Yarrow Street, Broomfield, Colorado 80021.
Serving 728 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jefferson Academy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Academy Elementary School's student population of 728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Academy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Academy Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#346 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Academy Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Jefferson Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lukas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Academy Elementary School?
728 students attend Jefferson Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jefferson Academy Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Academy Elementary School?
Jefferson Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Academy Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Academy Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Academy Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Academy Elementary School located?
Jefferson Academy Elementary School is located in the West Westminster neighborhood of Broomfield, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in West Westminster.
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