Serving 842 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 5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCGLONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northeast part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcglone Academy's student population of 842 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
At McGlone Academy we ensure all learners achieve excellence in academics and the arts.
School Rankings
Mcglone 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 Mcglone Academy is 0.31, 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
#1740 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Montbello blue and gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcglone Academy's ranking?
Mcglone Academy is ranked #1740 out of 1,748 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Mcglone Academy?
842 students attend Mcglone Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mcglone Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% 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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