Overview

Vista Peak P-8 Exploratory is a public school in Aurora, CO, offering a Gifted & Talented program and 15 sports. It is one of 67 schools in Adams-Arapahoe 28j School District.

School Rating

Vista Peak P-8 Exploratory is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Colorado with the same grade levels.
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About the School

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Neighborhood

24551 East 1st Avenue
Aurora, CO 80018
School leader: Ms Amy Kolquist
(303) 364-3757
(303) 326-1230
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