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Southwest Early College Charter School

Charter | 9-12 | 314 students

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4 stars

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Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Over the past four years my school has had its challenges. This year they brought in a new principal. We were all nervous but, she has helped us to grow by holding us accountable for our choices. I am confident that under her leadership the school is on a path to academic success.
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 5, 2009

Great School I was a student there for four year and I'm A Proud Student Of Class Off ''2008''
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 27, 2009

The teachers and administrators at this school are top-notch educators who have been intensely focused throughout this school year on implementing the changes and systems needed to make SWEC the most successful charter school in Colorado. When students are ready, they are offered the opportunity to take college classes at no cost to them, and this has led to higher motivation to work hard and achieve all they can at school. From a highly competent and trustworthy administration to a dedicated faculty to an incredibly insightful batch of students willing to rise to any challenge, SWEC has all of the necessary components to become an urban model school. I feel privileged to be a part of this fantastic community of learners.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted April 7, 2008

This is a school that is going places. the kids can earn a Assoiates degree from CCD when they get their HS diplomal. All that is needed is motivation. Great idea, and great school.


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
13%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 51% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
24%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
13%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
48%
Science

The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
21%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 48% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
21%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students13%
Female15%
Male11%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic13%
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible10%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch14%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities14%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)0%
Language proficiency status - not applicable21%

Reading

All Students40%
Female49%
Male32%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic38%
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible37%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch43%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities42%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)6%
Language proficiency status - not applicable61%

Writing

All Students24%
Female31%
Male18%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic22%
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible20%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities26%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)6%
Language proficiency status - not applicable43%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students13%
Female13%
Male13%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Hispanic13%
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible14%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch11%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities14%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable25%

Reading

All Students48%
Female53%
Male44%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Hispanic43%
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible51%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch44%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities51%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable67%

Science

All Students21%
Female20%
Male22%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Hispanic15%
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible11%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch33%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities22%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable38%

Writing

All Students21%
Female20%
Male22%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Hispanic19%
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible20%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities22%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable25%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 72% 28%
White 20% 61%
Black 5% 6%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 64%N/A35%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 22N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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3001 South Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80236
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Phone: (303) 935-5473

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