Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, Denver Justice High School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
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 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denver Justice High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denver Justice High School's student population of 106 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denver Justice High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denver Justice High School is 0.57, 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
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
20-29%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denver Justice High School's ranking?
Denver Justice High School is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Denver Justice High School often compared to?
Denver Justice High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denver Justice High School?
The graduation rate of Denver Justice High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Denver Justice High School?
106 students attend Denver Justice High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Denver Justice High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denver Justice High School?
Denver Justice High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denver Justice High School offer ?
Denver Justice High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denver Justice High School part of?
Denver Justice High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Denver Justice High School located?
Denver Justice High School is located in the Central neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Central.
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