At a glance
Reported students
393
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
23.2
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado high enrollment
53rd percentile
Compared with 437 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
374
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts: 393 reported students.
State peer staffing position
57th percentile
16.9:1 reported; state peer median 15.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 541
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32.58
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.6:1
What the reported data says about Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Thornton. It is one of 20 current school records connected to Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St. NCES reports 393 students for 2024–25.
Among 437 high schools in Colorado with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 336 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 53rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.9:1, close to the Colorado median of 15.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (79.9%) and White (13%). English learners represent 26.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts
- 1How do the reported 16.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 23.2 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 26.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 69.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White13%
- Hispanic79.9%
- Black2%
- Asian1.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.5%
- Multiracial2.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Academy High School
High · Grades 09–12
399 reported students
Global Leadership Academy
High · Grades 09–12
400 reported students
Mapleton Early Career Preparation
High · Grades 09–12
306 reported students
Performing Arts School on Broadway
High · Grades 07–12
169 reported students
North Valley School for Young Adults
High · Grades 09–12
102 reported students
Meadow Community School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
378 reported students
Public schools near Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mapleton Early Career Preparation High · Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St | 09–12 | 306 | under 0.1 mi |
| Academy High School High · Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St | 09–12 | 399 | under 0.1 mi |
| North Valley School for Young Adults High · Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St | 09–12 | 102 | 0.1 mi |
| New America School - Thornton High · Charter · Adams 12 Five Star Schools | 09–12 | 190 | 1 mi |
| Thornton High School High · Adams 12 Five Star Schools | 09–12 | 1,439 | 1.4 mi |
| Global Leadership Academy High · Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St | 09–12 | 400 | 2.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts
What grades does Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts serve?
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St.
How many students attend Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts?
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts reported 393 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 53rd percentile among 437 Colorado high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 541 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts?
The calculated ratio is 16.9:1, based on 393 students and 23.2 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Colorado median for the same school level is 15.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts a public, charter, or magnet school?
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
69.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts in?
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts is part of Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St, based in Denver, CO, which operates 20 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Mapleton Early Career Preparation (under 0.1 mi), Academy High School (under 0.1 mi), North Valley School for Young Adults (0.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.