Aspen Ridge Preparatory School vs Highlands Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School
Erie · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
581 students
Highlands Elementary School
Erie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
528 students
| Measure | Aspen Ridge Preparatory School Erie, Colorado | Highlands Elementary School Erie, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #426 of 993 | #171 of 993 |
| National rank | #25609 of 50,301 | #13218 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 581 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 581 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.8% | 15.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Erie | Erie |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.3 vs 49.3).
- •Aspen Ridge Preparatory School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.8% vs 15.3%).
- •Aspen Ridge Preparatory School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 17.6).
- •Aspen Ridge Preparatory School is the larger school with 581 students compared with 528.
- •Aspen Ridge Preparatory School is a charter school while Highlands Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aspen Ridge Preparatory School better than Highlands Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands Elementary School ranks higher (67.3 vs 49.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Aspen Ridge Preparatory School and Highlands Elementary School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Erie and Erie in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School: 581. Highlands Elementary School: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspen Ridge Preparatory School and Highlands Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School is 426th of 993 and Highlands Elementary School is 171st of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).