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#130 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 7% in state

Delta High School

High School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

655 SOUTH MONACO PARKWAY, Denver, CO 80224

Enrollment

105

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Denver

#28 of 222

public schools

Colorado high schools

#13 of 403

In district

#27 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Delta High School

Delta High School is a public high school in Denver, CO, part of the School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. The school serves approximately 105 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.9th percentile among CO schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 15% proficiency in math and 43% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (10.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,013, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 105 students, Delta High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress10.0Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+16.58 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10%
Reading/ELA Proficiency75%
Overall Proficiency43%
Expected (poverty-adj.)25%
vs. Expected+17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
College Readiness6.6Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,336

Delta High School — Students at Delta High School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
10%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How Delta High School Compares

See how Delta High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in CO
Academic
8.2/10
8.2/10
Growth
10.0/10
Above average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers

Location

655 SOUTH MONACO PARKWAY, Denver, CO 80224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Delta High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. George Washington High School (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AMERICAN GLOBAL ACADEMY (rated 3.9/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
George Washington High School Denver 0.1 mi 8.7
Denver Green School Southeast Denver 0.2 mi 3.6
DENVER ACADEMY OF TORAH Denver 0.5 mi 7.1
HILLEL ACADEMY Denver 0.5 mi 6.3
McMeen Elementary School Denver 0.7 mi 4.9
Carson Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 6.2
RABBI STEVEN FOSTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Denver 1.0 mi
Denver Language School Denver 1.2 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DENVER Denver 1.2 mi 7.0
Lowry Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 5.1
Place Bridge Academy Denver 1.3 mi 6.4
STANLEY BRITISH PRIMARY SCHOOL Denver 1.2 mi 7.0
Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning Denver 1.5 mi 6.0
AMERICAN GLOBAL ACADEMY Denver 1.2 mi 3.9
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DENVER Denver 1.5 mi 7.8
GRALAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Denver 1.4 mi 6.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT LOWRY Denver 1.6 mi
Ellis Elementary School Denver 1.6 mi 6.8
Montclair School of Academics and Enrichment Denver 1.9 mi 5.2
Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences Denver 1.7 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,013

Median Home Value

$565,400

Median Rent

$1,636/mo

Population

19,265

College Educated

58.8%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

36.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Delta High School has a median household income of $82,013. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $565,400, with a median rent of $1,636/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Durango Big Picture High School Durango, CO 8.4
Contemporary Learning Academy Denver, CO 8.5
Idalia Junior-Senior High School Idalia, CO 8.5
Plateau Valley High School Collbran, CO 8.3
Simla High School Simla, CO 8.3
St. Vrain Virtual High School Longmont, CO 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Delta High School

What grades does Delta High School serve?

Delta High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Delta High School?

Delta High School has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Delta High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Delta High School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Delta High School rank in CO?

Delta High School is ranked #130 out of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Delta High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Delta High School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Delta High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Delta High School has 15.0% math proficiency and 42.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Delta High School a charter school?

No, Delta High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Delta High School a Title I school?

No, Delta High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delta High School?

74.3% of students at Delta High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,773/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Denver). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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