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Explore Pk-8

10310 York St, Thornton, CO 80229, United States

+1 (303) 853-1300

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Explore Pk-8 Overview

About This School

Explore Pk-8 is a public middle in Thornton, Colorado, serving 557 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 84% in math, 86% in reading, and 82% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1 and employs 28 teachers with an average salary of $73,258. The student body at Explore Pk-8 is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 68% Hispanic, 19% White, 7% Asian, 4% Two or More Races, and 1% Black.

557

Total Students

PK-8

19:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

28 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-8

County

Adams County

Students per Counselor

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Explore Pk-8 Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Class Information

19:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 17.4:1

State Avg: 16:1

Students per Counselor

Explore Pk-8 Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$73,258

City Avg: $82,329

State Avg: $72,711

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio19:1

Students per Counselor:1

Explore Pk-8 Student Demographics

Student Body

54.4%

Male

45.6%

Female

Total Enrollment: 557 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White19.39%

Hispanic67.86%

Asian7.18%

Black1.44%

Two or More Races3.77%

Native American0.18%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Explore Pk-8

Q: What is Explore Pk-8?

A: Explore Pk-8 is a middle public located in Thornton.

Q: How many students attend Explore Pk-8?

A: Explore Pk-8 has approximately 557 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Explore Pk-8?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Explore Pk-8 is 19:1.

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Detailed Information about Explore Pk-8

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Explore Pk-8 - Thornton, CO

Quick Facts about Explore Pk-8
School Name	Explore Pk-8
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-8
Location	10310 York St, Thornton, CO 80229, Thornton, CO
County	Adams County
Phone	+1 (303) 853-1300
Total Students	557
Student-Teacher Ratio	19:1
Full-Time Teachers	28
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Explore Pk-8

What is Explore Pk-8?

Explore Pk-8 is a middle public located in Thornton.

How many students attend Explore Pk-8?

Explore Pk-8 has approximately 557 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Explore Pk-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Explore Pk-8 is 19:1.

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