Serving 945 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lotus School For Excellence 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 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lotus School For Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lotus School For Excellence's student population of 945 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lotus School For Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lotus School For Excellence is 0.64, 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
#1461 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
36%
Black
41%
5%
White
13%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Lotus School For Excellence's ranking?
Lotus School For Excellence is ranked #1461 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lotus School For Excellence often compared to?
Lotus School For Excellenceis 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lotus School For Excellence?
The graduation rate of Lotus School For Excellence is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Lotus School For Excellence?
945 students attend Lotus School For Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lotus School For Excellence students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lotus School For Excellence?
Lotus School For Excellence has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lotus School For Excellence offer ?
Lotus School For Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lotus School For Excellence part of?
Lotus School For Excellence is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A School District.
In what neighborhood is Lotus School For Excellence located?
Lotus School For Excellence is located in the Highline Villages neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
School Reviews
5 10/21/2020
I love this school. I am in honors program and this makes me happy that I am challenging myself.
3 12/26/2017
This school has great opportunities. I feel and believe that the overall course selection is really great and really offers great variety of different fields of study to help their students succeed in life. I would definitely recommend this school.
5 12/26/2017
It's the most challenging high school.Awesome school with an awesome staff. There seems to be genuine care and support coming from the head of the school.My brother goes to the middle school there and he loves it.
4 12/26/2017
I graduated from Lotus with honors diploma. Lotus was very challenging with lot of AP courses. I had to study at least 2-3 hours every day, but this prepared me to college. Now, while most of my friends are struggling, I do pass my courses easily.
5 12/26/2017
I loved this school. Environment is perfect
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