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Gilliam School
High School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
2844 DOWNING, Denver, CO 80205
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Gilliam School
Gilliam 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 23 students in grades 5th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $98,770, where 61% 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 23 students, Gilliam 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.6:1, Gilliam School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Address
- 2844 DOWNING, Denver, CO 80205
- Phone
- (303) 294-8930
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
2844 DOWNING, Denver, CO 80205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gilliam School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Prep Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, DSST: Cole High School (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whittier ECE-8 School Denver | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy Denver | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Manual High School Denver | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School Denver | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| DSST: Cole Middle School Denver | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| DSST: Cole High School Denver | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ANNUNCIATION Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF COLORADO Denver | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Wyatt Academy Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Polaris Elementary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| University Prep - Arapahoe St. Denver | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| French American School of Denver Denver | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| RiseUp Community School Denver | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Prep Academy Denver | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Columbine Elementary School Denver | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Emily Griffith High School Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Downtown Denver Expeditionary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| INNER-CITY SCHOOL Denver | 1.0 mi | — |
| International Academy of Denver at Harrington Denver | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,770
Median Home Value
$627,600
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
33,856
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
38%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
33.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Gilliam School has a median household income of $98,770. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $627,600, with a median rent of $1,816/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute for residents is 26 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 |
|---|---|
| ACCELERATED SCHOOLS Denver, CO | — |
| Agate Junior Senior High School Agate, CO | — |
| Alamosa Online Alamosa, CO | — |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL Longmont, CO | — |
| Campo Undivided High School Campo, CO | — |
| Center Virtual Academy Center, CO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gilliam School
What grades does Gilliam School serve?
Gilliam School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Gilliam School?
Gilliam School has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gilliam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gilliam School is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Gilliam School a charter school?
No, Gilliam School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gilliam School a Title I school?
No, Gilliam School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gilliam School?
65.2% of students at Gilliam 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,773/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Denver). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Phone
- (303) 294-8930
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C- District Enrollment
- 88,258
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,206
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