Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Highline Southeast ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highline Southeast ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Highline Southeast's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highline Southeast 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 Highline Southeast is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#440 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
25%
4%
White
46%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highline Southeast's ranking?
Highline Southeast is ranked #440 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Highline Southeast?
528 students attend Highline Southeast.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Highline Southeast students are White, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highline Southeast?
Highline Southeast has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highline Southeast offer ?
Highline Southeast offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Highline Southeast part of?
Highline Southeast is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Highline Southeast located?
Highline Southeast is located in the Southeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast.
School Reviews
5 11/22/2011
I have 2 children go through this school, both with very different styles of learning. Highline has exceeded my expectations for both students. The teachers and admin. staff really care about my children's well being as well as their academic success. It will be heartbreaking when they graduate.
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