Altura Elementary School, located in the East Colfax corridor of Aurora, Colorado, is a vibrant and diverse learning community serving approximately 560 students from preschool-3s through 5th grade. Our school is proud to offer a 16:1 student-to-teacher ratio, supported by a staff of 74 that includes multiple mental health providers, interventionists, support staff, and four administrators. All Altura literacy teachers and leaders are trained in the Science of Reading and have completed the CDE requirements to be highly qualified.
At Altura, we celebrate our diversity as one of our greatest assets. Our student body reflects a rich mosaic of cultures, representing over 21 countries and more than 15 home languages. We believe this cultural wealth strengthens our community and deepens every child’s learning experience.
More than 73% of our students are multilingual learners, and 84.7% qualify for free or reduced lunch. Our programs are intentionally designed to honor students’ native languages while supporting robust English language development.
At Altura, we believe every child deserves to be seen, heard, challenged, and supported. We are united by a shared commitment to excellence, equity, and belonging—and we know that by working in partnership with families, we can lift hearts, minds, and futures. Whether your child is just beginning their school journey or preparing to soar into middle school, we are honored to walk alongside you every step of the way.