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#857 of 1,815 schools in CO

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North High School Engagement Center

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

2960 N.SPEER BLVD, Denver, CO 80211

Enrollment

104

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#857 of 1,815

In Denver

#121 of 222

public schools

In district

#112 of 196

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

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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6.4/10

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About North High School Engagement Center

North High School Engagement Center is a public high school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. North High School Engagement Center serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. North High School Engagement Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #857 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for North High School Engagement Center show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 104 students, North High School Engagement Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at North High School Engagement Center 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate32%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206

North High School Engagement Center — Students at North High School Engagement Center score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 20.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 15 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
5%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How North High School Engagement Center Compares

See how North High School Engagement Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in CO
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 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

2960 N.SPEER BLVD, Denver, CO 80211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North High School Engagement Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Denver Montessori Junior/Senior High School (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North High School (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Career Education Center Early College (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
North High School Denver 0.0 mi 7.5
Valdez Elementary School Denver 0.2 mi 9.0
Career Education Center Early College Denver 0.3 mi 6.7
AUL Denver Denver 0.3 mi 5.2
Academia Ana Marie Sandoval Denver 0.6 mi 5.0
Columbian Elementary School Denver 0.9 mi 5.5
Brown International Academy Denver 0.7 mi 8.7
Skinner Middle School Denver 1.0 mi 8.2
Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School Denver 0.9 mi 6.4
Edison Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 9.1
Lake Middle School Denver 1.2 mi 6.7
Cheltenham Elementary School Denver 1.3 mi 5.9
Denver Montessori Junior/Senior High School Denver 1.2 mi 7.8
TENNYSON CENTER FOR CHILDREN AT CCH Denver 1.1 mi 7.3
Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley Denver 1.3 mi 7.9
HEARTLAND ACADEMY DENVER Denver 1.6 mi
Trevista at Horace Mann Denver 1.4 mi 7.8
Beach Court Elementary School Denver 1.8 mi 3.5
Rocky Mountain Prep Sunnyside Denver 1.7 mi 5.3
YESHIVA TORAS CHAIM HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,685

Median Home Value

$747,800

Median Rent

$1,931/mo

Population

37,441

College Educated

70.9%

Homeownership

49.2%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

33.8

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Kiowa High School Kiowa, CO 6.4
Career Readiness Academy Colorado Springs, CO 6.5
Walsh High School Walsh, CO 6.5
Wiley Junior-Senior High School Wiley, CO 6.5
Caliche Junior-Senior High School Iliff, CO 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North High School Engagement Center

What grades does North High School Engagement Center serve?

North High School Engagement Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North High School Engagement Center?

North High School Engagement Center has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North High School Engagement Center?

The student-teacher ratio at North High School Engagement Center is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North High School Engagement Center rank in CO?

North High School Engagement Center ranks #857 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is North High School Engagement Center's MySchoolScout rating?

North High School Engagement Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 North High School Engagement Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North High School Engagement Center has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

Is North High School Engagement Center a charter school?

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

Is North High School Engagement Center a Title I school?

No, North High School Engagement Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North High School Engagement Center?

82.7% of students at North High School Engagement Center 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
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
4-Year Graduation
32.0%

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