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Denver Green School Southeast

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

6700 EAST VIRGINIA AVENUE, Denver, CO 80224

Enrollment

549

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#955 of 1,815

In Denver

#128 of 222

public schools

In district

#119 of 196

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

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Denver Green School Southeast

6.1/10

Elementary School in Denver · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Denver Green School Southeast

Denver Green School Southeast is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Denver Green School Southeast serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Denver Green School Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #955 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Denver Green School Southeast show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Denver Green School Southeast sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

42% of students at Denver Green School Southeast were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.7% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.3% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism42.4%

Denver Green School Southeast — Students at Denver Green School Southeast score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
45.5% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 37 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
49%
2020*
ELA
75%
2021*
ELA
75%
2022
Math
22%
2025
Math
12.7%
ELA
23.3%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Denver Green School Southeast Compares

See how Denver Green School Southeast performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in CO
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6700 EAST VIRGINIA AVENUE, Denver, CO 80224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Denver Green School Southeast may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Denver Language School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carson Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DENVER (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Delta High School Denver 0.2 mi 7.3
DENVER ACADEMY OF TORAH Denver 0.3 mi 7.1
George Washington High School Denver 0.3 mi 8.0
HILLEL ACADEMY Denver 0.7 mi 6.3
Lowry Elementary School Denver 0.8 mi 5.0
McMeen Elementary School Denver 0.9 mi 4.6
Denver Language School Denver 1.1 mi 9.2
STANLEY BRITISH PRIMARY SCHOOL Denver 1.1 mi 7.0
Carson Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 8.9
AMERICAN GLOBAL ACADEMY Denver 1.1 mi 3.9
RABBI STEVEN FOSTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Denver 1.1 mi
Place Bridge Academy Denver 1.3 mi 6.3
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DENVER Denver 1.2 mi 7.8
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DENVER Denver 1.4 mi 7.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT LOWRY Denver 1.3 mi
BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.5 mi 7.2
Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning Denver 1.6 mi 7.6
Montclair School of Academics and Enrichment Denver 1.8 mi 5.1
GRALAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Denver 1.5 mi 6.5
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Denver 1.9 mi

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Denver Green School Southeast

What grades does Denver Green School Southeast serve?

Denver Green School Southeast serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Denver Green School Southeast?

Denver Green School Southeast has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Denver Green School Southeast?

The student-teacher ratio at Denver Green School Southeast is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Denver Green School Southeast rank in CO?

Denver Green School Southeast ranks #955 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Denver Green School Southeast's MySchoolScout rating?

Denver Green School Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Denver Green School Southeast?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Denver Green School Southeast has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Denver Green School Southeast a charter school?

No, Denver Green School Southeast is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Denver Green School Southeast a Title I school?

No, Denver Green School Southeast is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denver Green School Southeast?

71.4% of students at Denver Green School Southeast 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
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

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