Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, Respect 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 32%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Respect Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Respect Academy's student population of 106 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Respect Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Respect Academy is 0.17, 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
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
91%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Respect Academy's ranking?
Respect Academy is ranked #471 out of 1,779 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 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Respect Academy?
The graduation rate of Respect Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Respect Academy?
106 students attend Respect Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Respect Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Respect Academy?
Respect Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Respect Academy offer ?
Respect Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Respect Academy part of?
Respect Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Respect Academy located?
Respect Academy is located in the Harvey Park neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in Harvey Park.
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