Denver Alternative School serves 29 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
14%
5%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Denver Alternative School?
29 students attend Denver Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Denver Alternative School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Denver Alternative School offer ?
Denver Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Denver Alternative School part of?
Denver Alternative School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
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