Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Strive Prep - Ruby Hill 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 14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 98% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill's student population of 391 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill 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 - Ruby Hill is 0.17, 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
#1603 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
91%
35%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 - Ruby Hill's ranking?
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill is ranked #1603 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Strive Prep - Ruby Hill?
391 students attend Strive Prep - Ruby Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Strive Prep - Ruby Hill students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strive Prep - Ruby Hill?
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Strive Prep - Ruby Hill offer ?
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Strive Prep - Ruby Hill part of?
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Strive Prep - Ruby Hill located?
Strive Prep - Ruby Hill 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 - Ruby Hill, there are two teachers in every classroom to support the learning of all of our students. Students are guided each day through a research-based curriculum in classrooms filled with singing, cheering, and celebrations. STRIVE Prep - Ruby Hill provides personal Chromebooks, academic and social-emotional support, and access to enriching art, music, and physical education lessons. At Ruby Hill we have a free after-school program, a family resource center, mental health teams, and special education services, to ensure we can support all of our children. Students participate in art, music, and PE classes, and can choose from a wide range of enrichment clubs based on their interests.
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