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Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy

Public | K-8 | 653 students

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4 stars

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2013:
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2012:
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2011:
Based on 2 ratings
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Posted January 21, 2013

My children have been at the school since it started in 2009. My kids were in elementry when they started and things were good. They enjoyed the extra arts that they got and were learning which was a plus. However as we moved into middle school (6-8) the atmosphere has changed. The school takes on a extra 100 or more students for 6th grade. Mostly neighborhood kids that I don't think really care that they are at an arts school. I don't feel the art opportuniates advance as the children advance in grades. My family & I are very UNhappy with how the middle & high school portion of this school is progressing. Last school year (2011-2012) the school recieved a new principal & I feel he is part of the problem. Any principal that is unwilling to work with a PTO and makes them disban doesn't have the children & schools best interest in mind. My children as well as some of their fellow student will be leaving the school after this year is done. I know they will recieve a better education at a non Denver Public School as well more art opportunities. If you have or do put your children in this school DO NOT go pass 5th grade!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 30, 2012

Too much bullying goes on at this school. Also this school has a very poor special ed program This focuses too much on the arts and not enough academics,
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 28, 2012

Our daughter attends first grade at KCAA and there is so much to love. I love the differentiated instruction. Our daughter is advanced in all subjects and her teacher knows how to keep her challenged. I love that their philosophy of teaching and homework aligns with what our family believes. And I love that the communication is top notch both at the school level and the classroom level. Not only does our daughter have specials in either drama, PE, music, art every day of the week but she stays after school every day and takes an additional one hour art enrichment class (art choices range from shakespeare, to choir, glee club, salsa dancing, hip-hop, art, creative writing, chess club, set design, etc..) Every month the school hosts a first friday in the evening which showcases students performances (we've never missed one in the past year plus!). It's a fantastic school with students from a range of all levels of racial/ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds which I appreciate as a parent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 10, 2012

KCAA is a great school. It has nurtured my daughters artistic abilities while also encocouraging good habits in basic subjects like math, science, reading, and writing. The whole KCAA community is like a family and the teachers take the time to learn about their students so that they can improve their scores through observing what learning style works best for each child. As a result of this fun learning enviornment my daughter never has an issue with going to school everyday. Needless to say we love this school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 27, 2012

I am a teacher at KCAA and love everything about it-- from my curious students, friendly coworkers, and the ability/expectation to integrate the arts into my curriculum. I am incredibly happy and proud to call KCAA my professional home!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted February 4, 2012

In a world of budget cuts it is amazing to see the amount of effort and love that go in to everyday. So lucky that my child goes here. An amazing staff and admin team!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 13, 2011

We have been at KCAA since it opened in 2009 and we love it. The arts integrated program is a perfect fit for our students. The school gets stronger and better every year and I am looking forward to the 2011/12 school year!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 19, 2011

My kindergartener thrived last year at Kunsmiller. His teacher valued his individualism and encouraged his personal creative process. He grew both academically and emotionally which he struggled with at his previous school. The principle is passionate and caring - she knows every student by name. The staff is joyous as you walk through the halls, and it's not unusual to hear music coming from the classrooms. As a parent I always feel welcome and appreciated for my involvement.
—Submitted by a parent


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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 71% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
33%
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 71% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
38%
Reading

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
33%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 49% in 2012.

48 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

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%
Science

The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
33%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 58% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%
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 61% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%
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 53% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 62% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%
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 52% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
24%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%
Science

The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
20%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%
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 Students37%
Female41%
Malen/a
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic28%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible29%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunchn/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities41%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable50%

Reading

All Students47%
Female53%
Malen/a
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic46%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible44%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities52%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable57%

Writing

All Students33%
Female41%
Malen/a
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic28%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible24%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities38%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable39%
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 Students38%
Female39%
Male36%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic36%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible36%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunchn/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities40%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)33%
Language proficiency status - not applicable42%

Reading

All Students33%
Female44%
Male24%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic33%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible24%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities37%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)25%
Language proficiency status - not applicable42%

Writing

All Students21%
Female26%
Male16%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic17%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible21%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities23%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)13%
Language proficiency status - not applicable29%
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 Students63%
Female66%
Male60%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic60%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible54%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunchn/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities71%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable66%

Reading

All Students63%
Female69%
Male56%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic55%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible60%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities67%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable63%

Science

All Students33%
Female35%
Male32%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic21%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible24%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunchn/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities38%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable32%

Writing

All Students56%
Female72%
Male36%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic48%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)n/a
Free lunch eligible49%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities60%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable53%
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 Students45%
Female44%
Male46%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic41%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)72%
Free lunch eligible41%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch52%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities50%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)33%
Language proficiency status - not applicable44%

Reading

All Students49%
Female49%
Male49%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic44%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)94%
Free lunch eligible42%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch65%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities56%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)28%
Language proficiency status - not applicable58%

Writing

All Students41%
Female43%
Male39%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic36%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)72%
Free lunch eligible38%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities45%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)30%
Language proficiency status - not applicable42%
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 Students30%
Female35%
Male24%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic26%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)44%
Free lunch eligible27%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch38%
Students with disabilities (IEP)4%
Students without disabilities36%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)17%
Language proficiency status - not applicable26%

Reading

All Students42%
Female52%
Male29%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic38%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)56%
Free lunch eligible35%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch59%
Students with disabilities (IEP)20%
Students without disabilities48%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)14%
Language proficiency status - not applicable43%

Writing

All Students42%
Female55%
Male26%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic39%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)56%
Free lunch eligible35%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)12%
Students without disabilities50%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)17%
Language proficiency status - not applicable44%
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 Students24%
Female19%
Male29%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic22%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)25%
Free lunch eligible23%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch33%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities25%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)10%
Language proficiency status - not applicable23%

Reading

All Students40%
Female46%
Male34%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic38%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)63%
Free lunch eligible37%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch67%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities42%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)7%
Language proficiency status - not applicable50%

Science

All Students20%
Female20%
Male19%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic19%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)25%
Free lunch eligible18%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch33%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities20%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)3%
Language proficiency status - not applicable20%

Writing

All Students35%
Female46%
Male23%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic34%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)50%
Free lunch eligible32%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities36%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)16%
Language proficiency status - not applicable41%
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

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2250 South Quitman Way
Denver, CO 80219
Phone: (720) 424-0201

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