Serving 540 students in grades 6-8, Denver Green School Northfield ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denver Green School Northfield ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Denver Green School Northfield's student population of 540 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Denver Green School Northfield ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denver Green School Northfield is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denver Green School Northfield's ranking?
Denver Green School Northfield is ranked #164 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Denver Green School Northfield often compared to?
Denver Green School Northfieldis often viewed alongside schools like Mcauliffe International School, William (Bill) Roberts Ece-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Denver Green School Northfield?
540 students attend Denver Green School Northfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Denver Green School Northfield students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% 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 Denver Green School Northfield?
Denver Green School Northfield has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denver Green School Northfield offer ?
Denver Green School Northfield offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denver Green School Northfield part of?
Denver Green School Northfield is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Denver Green School Northfield located?
Denver Green School Northfield is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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