Aurora Science & Tech Middle School vs DSST: College View Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aurora Science & Tech Middle School
Aurora · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
448 students
DSST: College View Middle School
Denver · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
446 students
| Measure | Aurora Science & Tech Middle School Aurora, Colorado | DSST: College View Middle School Denver, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 262 | #165 of 262 |
| National rank | #10659 of 15,369 | #10683 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 448 | 446 |
| Enrollment | 448 | 446 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.7% | 86.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 33% |
| city | Aurora | Denver |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.9 vs 35.8).
- •Aurora Science & Tech Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.7% vs 86.3%).
- •DSST: College View Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.6).
- •Aurora Science & Tech Middle School is the larger school with 448 students compared with 446.
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 Aurora Science & Tech Middle School better than DSST: College View Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Aurora Science & Tech Middle School and DSST: College View Middle School?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Denver in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aurora Science & Tech Middle School: 448. DSST: College View Middle School: 446. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aurora Science & Tech Middle School and DSST: College View Middle School rank in Colorado?
Aurora Science & Tech Middle School is 164th of 262 and DSST: College View Middle School is 165th of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).