Serving 171 students in grades 6-8, Strive Prep - Kepner 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 2% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strive Prep - Kepner ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Strive Prep - Kepner's student population of 171 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Strive Prep - Kepner 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 - Kepner is 0.24, 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
#1779 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
87%
35%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 - Kepner's ranking?
Strive Prep - Kepner is ranked #1779 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Strive Prep - Kepner often compared to?
Strive Prep - Kepneris often viewed alongside schools like Kepner Beacon Middle School, Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Strive Prep - Kepner?
171 students attend Strive Prep - Kepner.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Strive Prep - Kepner students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strive Prep - Kepner?
Strive Prep - Kepner has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Strive Prep - Kepner offer ?
Strive Prep - Kepner offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Strive Prep - Kepner part of?
Strive Prep - Kepner is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Strive Prep - Kepner located?
Strive Prep - Kepner is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
School Reviews
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The focus on community-based programming at STRIVE Prep- Kepner is welcoming to all students and supports them in both their academic and social-emotional growth. Each member of the community at STRIVE Prep - Kepner is dedicated to living our Commitments and building strong relationships so that we all thrive and continue to grow. Kepner offers Spanish Language Arts, Spanish World Studies, and other classes that support our students who are newest to the country through the TNLI program, and uses the Valor Compass programming to support all students and staff with Social-Emotional Learning. This creates a community where everyone can share their identities, build deep connections, and develop supportive relationships.
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