Serving 44 students in grades 6-12, Prep Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Prep Academy's student population of 44 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
44 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prep Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prep Academy is 0.56, 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
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prep Academy's ranking?
Prep Academy is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Prep Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Prep Academy?
44 students attend Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Prep Academy students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prep Academy?
Prep Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Prep Academy offer ?
Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prep Academy part of?
Prep Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Prep Academy located?
Prep Academy is located in the Skyland neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Skyland.
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