Serving 114 students in grades 9-12, 5280 High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
5280 High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
5280 High School's student population of 114 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
5280 High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 5280 High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1085 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
35%
Black
8%
4%
White
50%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5280 High School's ranking?
5280 High School is ranked #1085 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of 5280 High School?
The graduation rate of 5280 High School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend 5280 High School?
114 students attend 5280 High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of 5280 High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 5280 High School?
5280 High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does 5280 High School offer ?
5280 High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is 5280 High School part of?
5280 High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is 5280 High School located?
5280 High School is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
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