Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Highline Academy Southeast ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highline Academy Southeast ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Highline Academy Southeast's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highline Academy Southeast 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 Highline Academy Southeast is 0.68, which is more 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
#440 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
26%
5%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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 Highline Academy Southeast's ranking?
Highline Academy Southeast is ranked #440 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Highline Academy Southeast?
531 students attend Highline Academy Southeast.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Highline Academy Southeast students are White, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highline Academy Southeast?
Highline Academy Southeast has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highline Academy Southeast offer ?
Highline Academy Southeast offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Highline Academy Southeast part of?
Highline Academy Southeast is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Highline Academy Southeast located?
Highline Academy Southeast is located in the Southeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast.
School Reviews
5 11/22/2011
I have 2 children go through this school, both with very different styles of learning. Highline has exceeded my expectations for both students. The teachers and admin. staff really care about my children's well being as well as their academic success. It will be heartbreaking when they graduate.
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