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Inner-city School
Elementary School
3560 N JOSEPHINE ST, Denver, CO 80205
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Inner-city School
Inner-city School is an Christian, no specific denomination private elementary school in Denver, CO 80205. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. 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 20 students, Inner-city 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 5:1, Inner-city 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.
As a private school, Inner-city School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $28,843
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $28,468
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.99x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 58%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $341,214
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 20 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Inner-city School compares to 181 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Inner-city School (this school) | — |
| International Academy of Denver at Harrington | 4.8 |
| University Prep - Steele St. | 7.0 |
| Wyatt Academy | 7.1 |
| Bruce Randolph School | 4.6 |
| Columbine Elementary School | 8.2 |
| DSST: Cole Middle School | 6.3 |
| Prep Academy | 7.8 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy | 6.8 |
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School | 5.6 |
| Swansea Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Gilliam School | — |
| French American School of Denver | 9.3 |
| Whittier ECE-8 School | 5.6 |
| Stedman Elementary School | 8.3 |
| University Prep - Arapahoe St. | 4.9 |
| Garden Place Academy | 6.0 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman | 7.4 |
| Polaris Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Downtown Denver Expeditionary School | 7.4 |
| Smith Elementary School | 5.4 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 3560 N JOSEPHINE ST, Denver, CO 80205
- Phone
- (303) 316-4533
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CO aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3560 N JOSEPHINE ST, Denver, CO 80205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Inner-city School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. French American School of Denver (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Columbine Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, Wyatt Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| International Academy of Denver at Harrington Denver | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| HOPE CENTER Denver | 0.2 mi | — |
| Bruce Randolph School Denver | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| University Prep - Steele St. Denver | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Columbine Elementary School Denver | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Wyatt Academy Denver | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Prep Academy Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Colorado High School Charter - GES Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| DSST: Cole Middle School Denver | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| DSST: Cole High School Denver | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ANNUNCIATION Denver | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Manual High School Denver | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School Denver | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy Denver | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Swansea Elementary School Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| French American School of Denver Denver | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Gilliam School Denver | 1.0 mi | — |
| Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Whittier ECE-8 School Denver | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman Denver | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
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 Inner-city 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Inner-city School
What grades does Inner-city School serve?
Inner-city School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Inner-city School?
Inner-city School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Inner-city School?
The student-teacher ratio at Inner-city School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Inner-city School a private school?
Yes, Inner-city School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Inner-city School a religious school?
Inner-city School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,773/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Denver). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- DENVER
- Phone
- (303) 316-4533
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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