Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Colorado High School Charter - Ges 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 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (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
Colorado High School Charter - Ges ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Colorado High School Charter - Ges's student population of 187 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colorado High School Charter - Ges 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 Colorado High School Charter - Ges is 0.40, 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
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
76%
35%
Black
17%
5%
White
3%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado High School Charter - Ges's ranking?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges 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 Colorado High School Charter - Ges?
The graduation rate of Colorado High School Charter - Ges is 11-19%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Colorado High School Charter - Ges?
187 students attend Colorado High School Charter - Ges.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Colorado High School Charter - Ges students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colorado High School Charter - Ges?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Colorado High School Charter - Ges offer ?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Colorado High School Charter - Ges part of?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Colorado High School Charter - Ges located?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges is located in the Elyria Swansea neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Elyria Swansea.
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