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Brady Exploration School

Public | 9-12 | 325 students

 
 
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18 reviews of this school


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Posted March 3, 2010

My child has done better in this school. He is getting A's and B's now and he has never had those since elementary school. I love this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

I hate the online classes. It was way better when it was a school school and not online.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 19, 2009

It's a great opportunity for credit recovery students, as well as a good independent based atmosphere, with help standing behind you when you need it.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 19, 2009

Good environment, easy to get classes done, fun to be there, no fights, less drama then a normal school, great teachers, no stress, just an overall good place to be and learn.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 19, 2009

Brady offers such a wonderful program for students who have a difficulty in traditional schools as well as those who need to work and be home for family often.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted June 19, 2009

Its all online no persom to person i cant do that its hard exspesaly if reading is not your thing
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 19, 2009

Brady gives students a chance to teach themselves and recover credits.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 19, 2009

The councelors help a lot, but with some of the teachers its easy to get off track. The classes are ok, you have to actually read everything in the lesson to learn something.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 19, 2009

I really like the fact that it's all pretty much online, but the teacher is there to help if you need it. It motivates me to get the work that I need done because it let's me pace myself and do what I want without having a strict timeline.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 18, 2009

Being a teacher here at Brady I may be writing this review with some bias, but I only speak the truth. The school staff and especially the students at Brady make our school the best of the best. We have been quoted as 'the jewel in the crown of our school district' and many students, parents, and faculty members would agree. We have a safe and welcoming learning environment based on mutual respect and unconditional postive regard for students. I can't imagine being a part of any other school the way I am a part of Brady.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted June 18, 2009

I think Brady Exploration is a great school for any student. It has hepled me get caught up in my credits and get on the right track so I can graduate a year early. All of the staff is great they do whatever they can to help us succeed.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 18, 2009

Brady has to one of the best schools I have been to. I like that we only have to go for four hours and we aren't rushed to finish our work. I really like that we are allowed to go at our own pace.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 11, 2009

This innovative school really truly believes all kids can succeed regardless of their past.


Posted March 18, 2009

This is absolutely one of THE best schools, period. It's so futuristic & unique. You get so much 1-on-1 with the teachers & you have so many caring people to be your resources for success. They are all so highly trained & really want you to succeed. Plus the pacing is great because its custom for every1. So you can go as fast as you want.
—Submitted by a student


Posted December 10, 2008

I love this school. My daughter always felt like a failure and that she was not smart. She is suceeding at this school with a 3.2 average. The teachers at this school really care about the kids. The school staff is also remarkable. The school staff knows that each child must learn differently. They take time to figure that out and help the kids suceed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 9, 2008

This is a great school and a wonderful opportunity for kids who might not have graduated.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 2, 2008

Brady is a school in a constant state of flux. There is very little consistancy. The school is an experiment and the students are the lab animals; if one method of teaching/discipline/testing doesn't work, they try something else. There is a lot of good potential in the school and its philosophy, but very lettle of it is realized. Personal interaction between staff and parents is limited; the students often seem frustrated and uncertain about coursework and other issues. There is little homework; this can be a positive or negative depending on your viewpoint and the study habits of your student.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 1, 2007

very little homework, kids have too much freedom and say in thier classes. the longer classes, later schedule, and shorter terms do help kids move on and learn better.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

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Reading

The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.

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Writing

The state average for Writing was 51% in 2012.

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Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
5%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%
Science

The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 48% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligiblen/a
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunchn/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicablen/a

Reading

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible100%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicablen/a

Writing

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligiblen/a
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicablen/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students5%
Female0%
Male9%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic5%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible0%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunchn/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities6%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable6%

Reading

All Students40%
Female44%
Male36%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic43%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible35%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities43%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable34%

Science

All Students16%
Femalen/a
Male23%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic15%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible13%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunchn/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities18%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable19%

Writing

All Students16%
Female6%
Male23%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic10%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible17%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities17%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable16%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 57% 32%
White 35% 57%
American Indian/Alaska Native 4% 1%
Two or more races 3% 3%
Black 1% 5%
Asian 0% 3%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 64%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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5220 West Ohio Ave
Lakewood, CO 80226
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