Serving 366 students in grades 6-8, Strive Prep - Federal 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 11% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strive Prep - Federal ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Strive Prep - Federal's student population of 366 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Strive Prep - Federal 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 Strive Prep - Federal is 0.22, 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
#1485 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
88%
35%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strive Prep - Federal's ranking?
Strive Prep - Federal is ranked #1485 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Strive Prep - Federal?
366 students attend Strive Prep - Federal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Strive Prep - Federal students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strive Prep - Federal?
Strive Prep - Federal has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Strive Prep - Federal offer ?
Strive Prep - Federal offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Strive Prep - Federal part of?
Strive Prep - Federal is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Strive Prep - Federal located?
Strive Prep - Federal is located in the College View neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in College View.
School Reviews
5 2/14/2022
At STRIVE Prep Federal all students work towards rigorous achievement targets that will position them for success in high school, college, and beyond. The Student Bill of Rights at Federal centers each of them in the learning environment every day: 1) You have the right to be respected and feel safe 2) You have the right to be heard and supported by caring adults 3) You have the right to learn. Every student has an advisor who serves as their advocate and encourages their development as a learner. Staff members at STRIVE Prep - Federal actively work towards being the best middle school in Denver every single day.
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