Serving 143 students in grades Kindergarten-4, French American School Of Denver ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
French American School Of Denver ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
French American School Of Denver's student population of 143 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
French American School Of Denver ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of French American School Of Denver is 0.48, 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
#561 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
10%
5%
White
70%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French American School Of Denver's ranking?
French American School Of Denver is ranked #561 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend French American School Of Denver?
143 students attend French American School Of Denver.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of French American School Of Denver students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of French American School Of Denver?
French American School Of Denver has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does French American School Of Denver offer ?
French American School Of Denver offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is French American School Of Denver part of?
French American School Of Denver is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is French American School Of Denver located?
French American School Of Denver is located in the City Park West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in City Park West.
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