Denver School of the Arts is a comprehensive arts secondary public magnet school, serving grades 6–12. Located at 7111 Montview Boulevard in the Park Hill neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, the school is operated by the Denver Public School District.
Serving 1,039 students in grades 6-12, Denver School Of The Arts ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denver School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Denver School Of The Arts's student population of 1,039 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denver School Of The Arts ranks within the top 5% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denver School Of The Arts is 0.59, 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
#33 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Siberian Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denver School Of The Arts's ranking?
Denver School Of The Arts is ranked #33 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denver School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Denver School Of The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Denver School Of The Arts?
1,039 students attend Denver School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Denver School Of The Arts students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denver School Of The Arts?
Denver School Of The Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denver School Of The Arts offer ?
Denver School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denver School Of The Arts part of?
Denver School Of The Arts is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Denver School Of The Arts located?
Denver School Of The Arts is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
School Reviews
5 12/20/2024
FIRE school. very fun, chill, and you actually get to do your art.
5 3/19/2015
Great school, you learn a lot , and it is lots of fun!
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