Serving 510 students in grades 9-12, Strive Prep - Smart Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strive Prep - Smart Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Strive Prep - Smart Academy's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Strive Prep - Smart Academy 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 Strive Prep - Smart Academy is 0.06, which is less 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
#1308 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
97%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
1%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strive Prep - Smart Academy's ranking?
Strive Prep - Smart Academy is ranked #1308 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Strive Prep - Smart Academy often compared to?
Strive Prep - Smart Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dsst: Byers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Strive Prep - Smart Academy?
The graduation rate of Strive Prep - Smart Academy is 85-89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Strive Prep - Smart Academy?
510 students attend Strive Prep - Smart Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Strive Prep - Smart Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strive Prep - Smart Academy?
Strive Prep - Smart Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Strive Prep - Smart Academy offer ?
Strive Prep - Smart Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Strive Prep - Smart Academy part of?
Strive Prep - Smart Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
School Reviews
5 2/14/2022
STRIVE Prep - SMART offers a more personal alternative to traditional large high schools where students are known by all teachers and part of a true school community. Our vision at SMART is to take the opportunity for a sustainable and fulfilling career for every student in Southwest Denver the norm, not the exception. We prioritize comprehensive preparation for college as a pathway to this objective, so all of our students are prepared to achieve their dreams once they leave our doors. We embrace all aspects of your scholar's identity and will foster them with us in a safe space and environment.
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