Serving 835 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mcglone 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 8% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcglone Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcglone Academy's student population of 835 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcglone Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcglone Academy is 0.34, which is less 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
#1718 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
81%
36%
Black
7%
5%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
7%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Mcglone Academy's ranking?
Mcglone Academy is ranked #1718 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mcglone Academy often compared to?
Mcglone Academyis often viewed alongside schools like John H. Amesse Elementary School, Academy 360 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Mcglone Academy?
835 students attend Mcglone Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mcglone Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcglone Academy?
Mcglone Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcglone Academy offer ?
Mcglone Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcglone Academy part of?
Mcglone Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Mcglone Academy located?
Mcglone Academy is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 15 other public schools located in Montbello.
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