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Las Americas Aspira Academy

326 Ruthar Drive
Newark, DE 19711
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,444 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Las Americas Aspira Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Bottom 50% in DE
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education

School Overview

Las Americas Aspira Academy's student population of 1,444 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers

School Rankings

Las Americas Aspira Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Americas Aspira Academy is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (DE)
#146 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15%
31%
34%
42%
13%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
73%
20%
Black
13%
31%
White
11%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Las Americas Aspira Academy's ranking?
Las Americas Aspira Academy is ranked #146 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Las Americas Aspira Academy often compared to?
Las Americas Aspira Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Newark Charter School, Odyssey Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Las Americas Aspira Academy?
1,444 students attend Las Americas Aspira Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Las Americas Aspira Academy students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Americas Aspira Academy?
Las Americas Aspira Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Las Americas Aspira Academy offer ?
Las Americas Aspira Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Americas Aspira Academy part of?
Las Americas Aspira Academy is part of Las Americas Aspira Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education

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