Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marie L. Greenwood 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marie L. Greenwood Academy's student population of 597 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marie L. Greenwood 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 Marie L. Greenwood Academy is 0.33, 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
#1623 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
81%
37%
Black
14%
5%
White
1%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marie L. Greenwood Academy's ranking?
Marie L. Greenwood Academy is ranked #1623 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Marie L. Greenwood Academy often compared to?
Marie L. Greenwood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lena Archuleta Elementary School, Barney Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Marie L. Greenwood Academy?
597 students attend Marie L. Greenwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Marie L. Greenwood Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marie L. Greenwood Academy?
Marie L. Greenwood Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marie L. Greenwood Academy offer ?
Marie L. Greenwood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marie L. Greenwood Academy part of?
Marie L. Greenwood Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Marie L. Greenwood Academy located?
Marie L. Greenwood Academy is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 15 other public schools located in Montbello.
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