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Adams 12 Five Star Schools
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  • THORNTON, CO
School District

Adams 12 Five Star Schools

    Report Card

    grade B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B
    2. Diversity
      grade A minus
    3. Teachers
      grade B+
    4. College Prep
      grade A minus
    5. Clubs & Activities
      grade B
    6. Administration
      grade C+
    7. Sports
      grade B
    8. Food
      grade C
    9. Resources & Facilities
      grade B

    About

    1500 E 128TH AVENUE
    THORNTON, CO 80241
    About Adams 12 Five Star Schools...

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    Grades
    PK, K-12
    Total Schools
    53
    Students
    36,654

    From Adams 12 Five Star Schools

    Adams 12 Five Star Schools is a caring, inclusive and engaging district which exists so the students it serves can attain the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue the future of their choosing and are equipped to navigate and thrive in our rapidly changing world.

    The Five Star District represents a premiere place to live, learn, work and play. Located on the northern tier of the Denver metro area, Adams 12 Five Star Schools serves five cities: Broomfield, Federal Heights, Northglenn, Thornton and Westminster.

    Our mission is to engage and inspire all students to innovate, achieve and succeed in a safe environment by ensuring high-quality instruction in every classroom, every day.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    46%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    35%
    Average Graduation Rate
    83%
    Average SAT
    1190
    1,900 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    993 responses

    Five Star Family

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    With more than 35,000 students and over 4,000 staff members, the Five Star District offers the benefits of a large district with a close-knit feel. We strive to meet each student's and staff member's individual and collective needs. Join our Five Star Family as a student or a teacher and experience the Five Star difference! #FiveStarProud

    Students

    Diversity
    grade A minus
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    36,654
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    39.4%

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $72,282
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.5%

    Finances

    Expenses Per Student
    $10,601 / student
    National
    $12,239
    Education Expenses
    • Instruction
      57%
    • Support Services
      38%
    • Other
      4%

    Living in the Area

    grade B
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Cost of Living
      grade C
    2. Good for Families
      grade B
    3. Housing
      grade C
    Median Household Income
    $86,818
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,608
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $376,900
    National
    $244,900

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