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Teacher quality
Principal leadership
Parent involvement
I am very happy with the pre-k Kindergarden program. It is a good school which is lacking in some areas due to funds. There are some down fall It is not free for pre-K and Kindergarden. It is really worth the money. Good school focused on making each child do their best.
—Submitted by a parent
My children are in their eighth year at Compass. The more I learn about Montessori, the more I appreciate having this as a free alternative to the testing focused curricula of our neighborhood school. And I am heartened to know that Compass is on par or better in terms of school performance, especially when it comes to longitudinal growth. Compass graduates are going onto top- notch colleges and interesting careers.
—Submitted by a parent
I enrolled my daughter at Compass Montessori when she was three years old & she stayed all the way through 6th grade. I have been very impressed with the staff & community - they really care about the kids & go out of their way to support them! I love the look on people's faces when I tell them all the unique things our kids do everyday!
—Submitted by a parent
My daughter goes to Compass and the teachers there are friendly and easy to talk to. My daughter has made many friends and has learned things that I thought were more advanced for first graders. She loves the freedom that comes in the Montessori curriculum. But of course my daughter is very self motivated and can complete tasks without a strict schedule. I believe that the Montessori learning style isn't for all kids but for a select few like my daughter it works very well and I believe Compass is a great school and gives parents plenty of opportunity to volunteer and be involved in their child's education.
—Submitted by a parent
I have had the experience of having 4 of my children go to this school at one time. I can say that I believe only 2, maybe 3 of them would have excelled in this particular montessori program. It is a very parent/money biased school. one o my children was told that they were having so many issues that she was going to fail a full grade level. I questioned this and was oousted by faculty and the board. When I moved my children out of the school, all of the children (including the one who was 'failing') are at the top of their classes in academic performance and are poulling either straight A's or A's and B's. IMO this is not a great school to attend.
—Submitted by a parent
Its a wonderful charter school that follows the montessori philosophy!
—Submitted by a parent
Compass Montessori thinks outside box to encourage kids to do their best and constantly learn.
—Submitted by a parent
My son attended this school for 5 years. It was fine but the people were not never very friendly. The trips were good but had huge student to teacher ratios. If you were not a 'founding family' people seldom speek to you. This community preaches diversity but it really is quite closed to things 'different'. I'm happy to be leaving. My son needs to know the real world - Compass does not offer this. Academics are only mediocre.
—Submitted by a parent
I have heard Compass has improved, but when we were there I found that I just wasn't willing to risk my childs education on what I saw as a nice but disorganized school. (I can't say enough good things about the kindergarten though.) They rely on parents to the point of burn-out for many. Communication is poor. I would often find out about events a day or two in advance and it was impossible for me to adjust my schedule with such short notice. Add to that the fact that if you happen to not like a teacher it is tuff because your child stays in that class for three years. There is a large turn over in staff. It is a well-intentioned school that needs to iron out the wrinkles that have lead to many of us switching to more conventional schools with better academic ratings and more opportunities. Golden campus may be
—Submitted by a parent
I am enrolling my 5th grade, 11 year old daughter in Compass Montessori for the 06-07 year. I had also looked at the school for my 16 year old daughter currently in an IB program. My 11 year old really liked the school, visited with her dad and I and also shawdowed. Our 16 year old really liked the school but as she has been pre IB since 7th grade felt she felt she needed to continue being academically challenged.
—Submitted by Beth Jones, a parent
Compass does a very good job of following Montessori philosophy while complying with state and District reguirements of a charter school. Teachers are very caring and dedicated. My one complaint is that there are no consequences when children don't meet expectations. At times the teachers would threaten to withhold privileges, like field trips, for children who haven't completed the expected work. Yet, it seems that every time the teachers would not carry through on that threat. The school has a good music program, and offers some martial arts after school.
—Submitted by a parent
My child is currently in 2nd grade, and has been going to Compass since Kindergarten, so I do not know how to compare it to Jefferson public schools. Compass is one of the only Montesorri's that have a Secondary school & it's nearby in Golden, which is great! Compass offers discounts for several academic activities, however most our not coordinated by Compass. A few extra cirrucular activites that Compass does host is a music program, karate lessons, art, Science fairs, Spanish lessons(although haven't seen any this year)and I'm sure many more I'm not aware of. Compass requires 50 hours/school year of parent (relatives & freinds can also help you out on your hours) volunteer time to help clean the school, do projects, handyman work, etc. Overall I like the teachers (although limited) and the program Compass offers for my 2nd grader!
—Submitted by Angie, a parent
Compass Montessori Charter School has put confidence back in my son, that he can succeed. He has had the opportunity to study music here and loves it. He is learning to manage his time and work independently as well as work with a team. These lesson are helping him understand himself. His teacher has a one on one meeting every week with the students to help with their success. This has been very helpful for my son. He doesn't feel lost. I highly recomend this school it has been a Godsend.
—Submitted by a parent
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Grade level
The state average for Math was 71% in 2012.
28 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.
28 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 52% in 2012.
28 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
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
The state average for Math was 71% in 2012.
33 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
33 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 49% in 2012.
33 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
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
The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.
28 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.
28 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.
28 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 58% in 2012.
28 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
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
The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.
29 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.
29 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.
29 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
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
The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 62% in 2012.
2012
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
The state average for Math was 52% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.
2012
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
The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 51% in 2012.
2012
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
The state average for Math was 33% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 48% in 2012.
2012
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
| All Students | 75% |
| Female | 81% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 72% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 75% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 77% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 75% |
| All Students | 93% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 89% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 93% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 96% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 93% |
| All Students | 50% |
| Female | 69% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 44% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 54% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 50% |
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
| All Students | 67% |
| Female | 67% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 68% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 67% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 71% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 66% |
| All Students | 76% |
| Female | 83% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 82% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 76% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 81% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 75% |
| All Students | 42% |
| Female | 56% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 46% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 45% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 41% |
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
| All Students | 57% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 57% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 57% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 64% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 59% |
| All Students | 79% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 81% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 79% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 84% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 78% |
| All Students | 61% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 67% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 61% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 64% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 63% |
| All Students | 68% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 76% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 72% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 70% |
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
| All Students | 45% |
| Female | 32% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 60% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 45% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 46% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 45% |
| All Students | 83% |
| Female | 79% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 95% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | 83% |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 89% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 83% |
| All Students | 79% |
| Female | 74% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | 90% |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 85% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | 79% |
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
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
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
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
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
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
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
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White (not Hispanic) | n/a |
| Free lunch eligible | n/a |
| Reduced lunch eligible | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Language proficiency status - not applicable | n/a |
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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All students
White (not Hispanic)
All students
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch
Students without disabilities
Language proficiency status - not applicable
All students
| Ethnicity | This school | State average | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 86% | 61% | ||
| Hispanic | 10% | 28% | ||
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 3% | 4% | ||
| Black | 2% | 6% | ||
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0% | 1% |
| This school | District average | State average | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program | 6% | N/A | 35% |
| This school | District average | State average | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per FTE teacher | 18 | N/A | 17 |
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