Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Mountain Prep Federal 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 11% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal's student population of 380 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Mountain Prep Federal is 0.12, 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
#1485 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
94%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Rocky Mountain Prep Federal's ranking?
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal is ranked #1485 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rocky Mountain Prep Federal often compared to?
Rocky Mountain Prep Federalis often viewed alongside schools like Kepner Beacon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rocky Mountain Prep Federal?
380 students attend Rocky Mountain Prep Federal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Rocky Mountain Prep Federal students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Mountain Prep Federal?
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Mountain Prep Federal offer ?
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Mountain Prep Federal part of?
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Rocky Mountain Prep Federal located?
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal is located in the College View neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in College View.
School Reviews
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