Gilliam School serves 23 students in grades 5-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilliam School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gilliam School's student population of 23 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gilliam School is 0.65, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
36%
Black
44%
5%
White
9%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
7%
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 schools are Gilliam School often compared to?
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How many students attend Gilliam School?
23 students attend Gilliam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gilliam School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilliam School?
Gilliam School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gilliam School offer ?
Gilliam School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilliam School part of?
Gilliam School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Gilliam School located?
Gilliam School is located in the Whittier neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Whittier.
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