Serving 1,570 students in grades 9-12, Northfield High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Northfield High School's student population of 1,570 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northfield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northfield High School 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
#268 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
35%
Black
14%
4%
White
45%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northfield High School's ranking?
Northfield High School is ranked #268 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Northfield High School often compared to?
Northfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northfield High School?
The graduation rate of Northfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Northfield High School?
1,570 students attend Northfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northfield High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northfield High School?
Northfield High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northfield High School offer ?
Northfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northfield High School part of?
Northfield High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
School Reviews
5 4/17/2020
Great school! Nothing much to say about it, everything from sports to education is top notch.
5 2/21/2019
Excellent choice! This comprehensive Denver High School is robust in it''s offerings for academics, arts and athletics. Great administrators, teachers and staff plus very inclusive and diverse!
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