Serving 565 students in grades 9-12, Rocky Mountain Prep Smart 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart 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 Smart's student population of 565 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart 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 Smart is 0.14, 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
#1604 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
93%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Smart's ranking?
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart is ranked #1604 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rocky Mountain Prep Smart often compared to?
Rocky Mountain Prep Smartis often viewed alongside schools like Dsst Cedar High School, Abraham Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rocky Mountain Prep Smart?
The graduation rate of Rocky Mountain Prep Smart is 80-84%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Rocky Mountain Prep Smart?
565 students attend Rocky Mountain Prep Smart.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rocky Mountain Prep Smart students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Mountain Prep Smart?
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Mountain Prep Smart offer ?
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Mountain Prep Smart part of?
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Rocky Mountain Prep Smart located?
Rocky Mountain Prep Smart is located in the Mar Lee neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Mar Lee.
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