Serving 209 students in grades 6-8, Strive Prep - Kepner 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strive Prep - Kepner ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Strive Prep - Kepner's student population of 209 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Strive Prep - Kepner 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 - Kepner is 0.17, 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
#1719 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
91%
35%
Black
3%
4%
White
4%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strive Prep - Kepner's ranking?
Strive Prep - Kepner is ranked #1719 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Strive Prep - Kepner often compared to?
Strive Prep - Kepneris often viewed alongside schools like Kepner Beacon Middle School, Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Strive Prep - Kepner?
209 students attend Strive Prep - Kepner.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Strive Prep - Kepner students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strive Prep - Kepner?
Strive Prep - Kepner has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Strive Prep - Kepner offer ?
Strive Prep - Kepner offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Strive Prep - Kepner part of?
Strive Prep - Kepner is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Strive Prep - Kepner located?
Strive Prep - Kepner is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
School Reviews
4 2/14/2022
The focus on community-based programming at STRIVE Prep- Kepner is welcoming to all students and supports them in both their academic and social-emotional growth. Each member of the community at STRIVE Prep - Kepner is dedicated to living our Commitments and building strong relationships so that we all thrive and continue to grow. Kepner offers Spanish Language Arts, Spanish World Studies, and other classes that support our students who are newest to the country through the TNLI program, and uses the Valor Compass programming to support all students and staff with Social-Emotional Learning. This creates a community where everyone can share their identities, build deep connections, and develop supportive relationships.
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