Serving 479 students in grades 6-8, Dsst Cedar Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dsst Cedar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dsst Cedar Middle School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dsst Cedar Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dsst Cedar Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#396 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
18%
5%
White
41%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Dsst Cedar Middle School's ranking?
Dsst Cedar Middle School is ranked #396 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Dsst Cedar Middle School often compared to?
Dsst Cedar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcauliffe International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Dsst Cedar Middle School?
479 students attend Dsst Cedar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dsst Cedar Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dsst Cedar Middle School?
Dsst Cedar Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dsst Cedar Middle School offer ?
Dsst Cedar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dsst Cedar Middle School part of?
Dsst Cedar Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Dsst Cedar Middle School located?
Dsst Cedar Middle School is located in the Speer neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Speer.
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