
Aurora Highlands P-8
Principal Josh Cooley
School Demographics
- Native American Students: 1
- Asian Students: 39
- Black Students: 152
- Hispanic Students: 181
- White Students: 77
- Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Students: 0
- Students of Two or More Races: 22
By the Numbers
- 472 Students
- 58 Teachers & Staff
- 24 Languages Spoken by our Families

Home of the Rattlers!
Mission
In partnership with our community, we foster brave spaces for students to take risks while providing empowering experiences in and outside of the classroom to ensure that they are academically and socially prepared to be curious learners in a culturally diverse, ever changing world.
Bond Projects
Enhanced Health, Safety & Security
🛠️ Building Renewal - Expected 2027-28
State-of-the-Art Technology
- 🛠️ Student Device Refresh - Expected 2027-28
- 🛠️ Staff Device Refresh - Expected 2027-28
- 🛠️ Classroom Audio/Visual Upgrades - Expected 2029-30
- 🛠️ Expanded Security Programs - Expected 2029-30
Programs at Aurora Highlands P-8
Athletics & Activities:
Physical Education, Track, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming, Wrestling, Flag Football, Girls on the Run, STEM Club
Arts & Music:
Art Class, Music Class, Technology Class (We offer two options of each elective for grades 6-8 that students can choose from).
Leadership & Service:
Student Council, Girls Empowered and Motivated for Success (GEMS), 8th grade/P-2 Mentors, 6th grade/P-K Reading Buddies
Before & After School:
Innovation Learning Before and After School Care, Leadership 6-8, GEMS, Cooking Club, STEM Club, Girls on the Run, 3-5 Tutoring, Media Club