Serving 364 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy 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 10% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy's student population of 364 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy 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 Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy is 0.19, 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
#1482 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
90%
36%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy's ranking?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy is ranked #1482 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy often compared to?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kepner Beacon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy?
364 students attend Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy offer ?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy part of?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy located?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
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