Serving 156 students in grades 9-12, Aul Denver 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% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aul Denver's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Stronger Together, Brighter Tomorrow
School Rankings
Aul Denver ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aul Denver is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1598 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
81%
37%
Black
8%
5%
White
6%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)99.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aul Denver's ranking?
Aul Denver is ranked #1598 out of 1,748 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aul Denver?
The graduation rate of Aul Denver is 30-39%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Aul Denver?
156 students attend Aul Denver.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Aul Denver students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aul Denver?
Aul Denver has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aul Denver offer ?
Aul Denver offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aul Denver part of?
Aul Denver is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Aul Denver located?
Aul Denver is located in the Highland neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in Highland.
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