Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swigert International School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swigert International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Swigert International School's student population of 653 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Motto
Swigert International School strives to create innovative, intellectually curious students who share a sense of agency for creating a better and more peaceful world.
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Swigert International School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swigert International School is 0.61, 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
#102 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swigert International School's ranking?
Swigert International School is ranked #102 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Swigert International School often compared to?
Swigert International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westerly Creek Elementary School, William (Bill) Roberts Ece-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Swigert International School?
653 students attend Swigert International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Swigert International School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swigert International School?
Swigert International School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swigert International School offer ?
Swigert International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swigert International School part of?
Swigert International School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Swigert International School located?
Swigert International School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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