Serving 43 students in grades 6-12, Prep 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Top 1%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Prep Academy's student population of 43 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prep Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
51%
35%
Black
42%
4%
White
n/a
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% CO state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Prep Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Prep Academy?
43 students attend Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prep Academy?
Prep Academy has a student ration of 2:1, 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
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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