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#129 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 7% in state

Dsst: Montview High School

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

2000 VALENTIA STREET, Denver, CO 80238

Charter

Enrollment

566

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#129 of 1,815

In Denver

#36 of 222

public schools

In district

#35 of 196

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

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Dsst: Montview High School

8.6/10

High School in Denver · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dsst: Montview Middle School

6.4/10

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3.6/10

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About Dsst: Montview High School

Dsst: Montview High School is a public high school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Dsst: Montview High School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dsst: Montview High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Dsst: Montview High School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Dsst: Montview High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation46.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Dsst: Montview High School — Students at Dsst: Montview High School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
42%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Dsst: Montview High School Compares

See how Dsst: Montview High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in CO
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
1
1 boys' · 0 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
46.5% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics1sport offered
1 boys'·0 girls'·1 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

2000 VALENTIA STREET, Denver, CO 80238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dsst: Montview High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Denver School of the Arts (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, New Legacy Charter School (rated 4.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Aurora), a more accessible option. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
DSST: Montview Middle School Denver 0.0 mi 6.4
Ashley Elementary School Denver 0.4 mi 3.6
William (Bill) Roberts ECE-8 School Denver 0.4 mi 9.0
Westerly Creek Elementary Denver 0.6 mi 9.4
ST ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL Denver 0.8 mi 6.8
Boston K-8 School Aurora 0.9 mi 4.0
Denver School of the Arts Denver 0.8 mi 8.8
Early Learning Center at New Legacy Charter School Aurora 0.8 mi
New Legacy Charter School Aurora 0.8 mi 4.5
PADDINGTON STATION Denver 1.0 mi
Swigert International School Denver 1.2 mi 9.1
Vanguard Classical School - West Denver 1.3 mi 5.2
Crawford Elementary School Aurora 1.1 mi 5.3
Odyssey School of Denver Denver 1.1 mi 8.1
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver 1.2 mi 6.8
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Denver 1.3 mi
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy Aurora 1.4 mi 4.4
Montclair School of Academics and Enrichment Denver 1.4 mi 5.1
New America School - Aurora Aurora 1.6 mi 4.5
BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,191

Median Home Value

$806,400

Median Rent

$2,071/mo

Population

29,448

College Educated

77.3%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dsst: Montview High School

What grades does Dsst: Montview High School serve?

Dsst: Montview High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Dsst: Montview High School?

Dsst: Montview High School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dsst: Montview High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dsst: Montview High School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dsst: Montview High School rank in CO?

Dsst: Montview High School ranks #129 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Dsst: Montview High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dsst: Montview High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Dsst: Montview High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dsst: Montview High School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Dsst: Montview High School a charter school?

Yes, Dsst: Montview High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Dsst: Montview High School a Title I school?

No, Dsst: Montview High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dsst: Montview High School?

71.0% of students at Dsst: Montview 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

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