Doral Academy of Colorado

Doral Academy of Colorado in Arvada (Jefferson County R-1) is a K-12 charter school that operates a K-12 charter school to serves approximately 173 students in Kindergarten through grade 9 (and some additional upper grades). The school hired approximately 13-14 full-time teachers, providing a student-teacher ratio at around 11-12:1. Doral Academy students scored 15-18% at Proficient and Advanced levels in Math on state assessments, significantly less than district/state averages; in English Language Arts/reading, 40-44% students achieved the same level of scores. Doral Academy is located in a somewhat diverse area with the student population roughly being 36-44% in the Minority (majority Hispanic or multiracial students), and around 47-51% qualified for free/reduced lunch. Looking at the local economic diversity, the median listing price of a home in 80003 is approximately $560,000-$565,000, with sold homes closer to $550,000-$575,000. Doral has a number of unique programs as well (e.g., STEM, arts) with an ongoing promise to provide smaller class sizes. That said, depending on family priorities of class size, culture, and focused supports, it could remain on families' options and considerations of the best elementary schools in Colorado.

Middle school students can choose electives in subjects like Artificial Intelligence, Space Exploration, Game Design, Web Design, and Coding. Robotics is also offered as an elective, suggesting that the school has a focus on STEM and technology.

Q1. In which ways does Doral Academy demonstrate its commitment to arts integration?

A1. The arts are integrated with core content as a method to help students demonstrate learning through a creative approach.

Q2. What distinction may be seen in elective courses for middle-school students?

A2. The electives offered are diverse; we explore a variety of elective options including drama, coding, and visual design.

Q3. For students with diverse learning needs, how does the academy provide support?

A3. Students receive individualized instruction, resource staff, and an IEP.

Q4. What place do innovation and technology have in classroom instruction?

A4. A variety of digital environments, coding platforms, and interactive technology are available for use.

Q5. How does Doral Academy create partnerships with parents and the school community?

A5. Working on advisory committees, volunteering in the school, and participating in family workshops with families."