Aurora Central High School

Aurora Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
11700 E 11th Ave,  Aurora, CO
Aurora Joint School District No. 28
3.6
2.0
1,830 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
970
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
8%
Reading Proficiency
19%
Average GPA
3.35
Graduation Rate
62%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.35
Reading Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
8%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
127
Full Time Teachers
127
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
970
Math
480
Verbal
490
Average ACT
21
Math
21
English
22
Reading
21
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
47.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Science
2.4%
State Average
30.7%
Math
24.1%
State Average
25%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
226:1

Student Diversity

Male
51%
Female
49%
Hispanic
68.1%
Black
16.5%
White
6.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.3%
Two or more races
3.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.2%
Native American
1.1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Colorado Denver 213 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 204 Students
Colorado State University 198 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 172 Students
University of Denver 144 Students
University of Northern Colorado 129 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 104 Students
Community College of Aurora 86 Students
Colorado Mesa University 85 Students
Regis University 72 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 59 Students
Business 56 Students
Psychology 52 Students
Biology 39 Students
Computer Science 33 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 29 Students
Pre-Law Studies 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 21 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 19 Students
Criminology 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 136 Reviews
3.0 Senior
10/29/2024
Some of my best experiences are when I got to meet the school staff members, the worst part was when we have lockdowns that are real
4.0 Senior
8/29/2024
As a senior attending Aurora Central High School, ive grown and incredible ammount. This school has provided me with a life i thought i would have never gotten to expeirrnce. the diversty at this school makes it incredibly easy to fit in and find both students and teachers who understad and care for you. And as someone whos had a rough life at home i could not be more greatful for for meeting to people i have met at this shool. I hope that in the future this school gets more fanancial aid to provide more opportunites for the students here.
5.0 Senior
6/20/2023
I have been to central for all of my 3 years now and then will be rising senior this upcoming year, I love my school so much because everyone in my school including the faculty are kind and respectful!! I never face any discrimination or anything as I been there since my freshman year!! This school has provide me with so much love and kindness which will always remain in my heart ! And for sure always I will be forever TROJAN !! I never had any worst part because everything was perfect in this school
GreatSchools Reviews
2.0 4 Reviews
1.0 student
3/18/2024
Being a student in aurora central ruins your mental health for a lot of reasons
5.0 student
10/23/2021
the best school ever. I am in love with it.
1.0 teacher
4/13/2018
1/10 too bad, really. So many great kids and families.
1.0 parent
9/7/2017
This is the poor school I ever see . Rude staff unfriendly and they don't care about children

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Aurora Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Aurora, CO and is served by the Aurora Joint School District No. 28 in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,830 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 8% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 19% are proficient in reading. Aurora Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.35, the graduation rate is 62%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 970 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $381,851. Discover additional schools in the area, like Aurora West College Preparatory Academy, Hinkley High School, Williamsburg Academy of Colorado, and more. Learn more about what Aurora has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Aurora Central High School.

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