Westgate Community School

Westgate Community School

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
12500 Washington St,  Thornton, CO
3.4
3.5
547 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sharon Collins
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
49%
Average GPA
3.63

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
30
Full Time Teachers
30
Teachers in First or Second Year
37.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
560
Verbal
620
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

6
Test Scores
10
Equity
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Test Scores

Math
26.6%
State Average
25%
Science
35.8%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
258:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.9%
Female
48.1%
White
61.1%
Hispanic
22.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8%
Two or more races
6.7%
Black
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Colorado Boulder 31 Students
Colorado State University 24 Students
University of Colorado Denver 17 Students
University of Denver 16 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 14 Students
University of Northern Colorado 9 Students
Colorado School of Mines 7 Students
Arizona State University 5 Students
Colorado College 5 Students
Front Range Community College 5 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 11 Students
Business 5 Students
Nursing 5 Students
Biology 4 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 4 Students
Computer Science 4 Students
Political Science and Government 4 Students
History 4 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 3 Students
Counseling Psychology 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 9 Reviews
4.0 Alum
12/8/2023
I went to Westgate from 7th grade up to my senior year of high school. I'd say it was a pretty good school some of the teachers definitely needed some help with their curriculum for example the chemistry teacher never really helped us with the homework or in-class assignments rather but instead taught us a lecture and expected us to know the basics but other than that I started going to Front Range Community College since my Freshman year. Being able to go to college from a younger age helped me mature faster and be ready for full college classes which was definitely my favorite part. I wouldn't say theres anything wrong with the school if you are looking for a smaller and more hands on and 1 on 1 school but if you do want the highschool experience its not the school for you.
3.0 Sophomore
1/1/2022
Personally, the school is alright. It's a small K-12 school and it's classes are really small. One thing that I do like is just that they have college classes that they offer. But other than that it's alright to me.
5.0 Senior
9/18/2017
The thing that I loved most about my school was the teacher ability to connect with each student and how flexible their classes were to meet the students learning needs.
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3.5 111 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/17/2025
Westgate has been a great school for our family. Our kids have made friends, and are excited about some of the projects they're working on. We're also so grateful that they have a real nurse. Most schools just have office staff that can give medication but don't actually have a nurse. This makes all...
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1.0 parent
8/14/2025
This has been the worst charter school experience I’ve had for my child. The principal and school nurse showed no concern for student safety or wellbeing. When my child sustained a head injury, they only sent an email—no phone call—while my child sat for over three hours with what turned out to be a...
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1.0 parent
4/27/2024
We have had an extremely disappointing experience at Westgate. We found it unwelcoming, we experienced bullying, teachers that played favorites, teachers that didn’t have a mastery in the subject matter they were teaching, as well as multiple substitute teachers in a year. We found the leadership te...
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principal
11/15/2023
I am so proud to work at Westgate! This is my educational home. The mission is what I believe about kids and about school. I believe that kids are whole human beings! I believe all kids can learn. I believe that kids need recess! I believe that learning should be rigorous and fun! I believe service...
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Colorado Adams County Thornton 80241
Westgate Community School

Westgate Community School is a charter school for students in grades K-12 in Thornton, CO and is served by the Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 547 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 49% are proficient in reading. Westgate Community School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63. The average SAT score is 1180. Discover additional schools in the area, like Stargate Charter School, Academy of Charter Schools, Mountain Range High School, and more. Learn more about what Thornton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Westgate Community School.

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