Serving 670 students in grades 1-12, Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Denver, CO, encompassing approximately 155 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to its edge and a maximum reach of 27.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy's student population of 670 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission is to prepare students to engage in the 21st-century global community through arts integration.
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy is 0.34, 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
#1494 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
81%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
9%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy's ranking?
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy is ranked #1494 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy?
The graduation rate of Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy?
670 students attend Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy?
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy offer ?
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy part of?
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy located?
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy is located in the Harvey Park neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in Harvey Park.
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