Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Mountain Prep Noel 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 5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel's student population of 287 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Mountain Prep Noel is 0.46, 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
#1723 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
72%
37%
Black
15%
5%
White
3%
49%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Mountain Prep Noel's ranking?
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel is ranked #1723 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rocky Mountain Prep Noel often compared to?
Rocky Mountain Prep Noelis often viewed alongside schools like Dsst Montview Middle School, Denver Language School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rocky Mountain Prep Noel?
287 students attend Rocky Mountain Prep Noel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rocky Mountain Prep Noel students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Mountain Prep Noel?
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Mountain Prep Noel offer ?
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Mountain Prep Noel part of?
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Rocky Mountain Prep Noel located?
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 15 other public schools located in Montbello.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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