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#1325 of 1,815 schools in CO
Riseup Community School
High School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
2342 BROADWAY ST, Denver, CO 80205
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,325 of 1,815
In Denver
#181 of 222
public schools
In district
#162 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Riseup Community School
Riseup Community School is a public high school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Riseup Community School serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Riseup Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,325 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Riseup Community School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CO avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 111 students, Riseup Community School 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 Riseup Community School 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.
Riseup Community 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
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Riseup Community School — Students at Riseup Community School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 15 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Riseup Community School Compares
See how Riseup Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2342 BROADWAY ST, Denver, CO 80205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riseup Community School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DSST: Cole High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Compassion Road Academy (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| University Prep - Arapahoe St. Denver | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF COLORADO Denver | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Polaris Elementary School Denver | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Emily Griffith High School Denver | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Downtown Denver Expeditionary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Gilliam School Denver | 0.8 mi | — |
| Whittier ECE-8 School Denver | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy Denver | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| DSST: Cole Middle School Denver | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| DSST: Cole High School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ANNUNCIATION Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Manual High School Denver | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School Denver | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Morey Middle School Denver | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Garden Place Academy Denver | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Wyatt Academy Denver | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Compassion Road Academy Denver | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Trevista at Horace Mann Denver | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School Denver | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ascend College Prep Colorado Springs, CO | 5.0 |
| Jeffco Transition Services School Lakewood, CO | 5.0 |
| Patriot High School Falcon, CO | 5.0 |
| Hanover Junior-Senior High School Colorado Springs, CO | 5.1 |
| New Meridian High School Longmont, CO | 4.9 |
| AUL Denver Denver, CO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riseup Community School
What grades does Riseup Community School serve?
Riseup Community School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Riseup Community School?
Riseup Community School has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riseup Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riseup Community School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riseup Community School rank in CO?
Riseup Community School ranks #1,325 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Riseup Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riseup Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Riseup Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riseup Community School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).
Is Riseup Community School a charter school?
Yes, Riseup Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Riseup Community School a Title I school?
No, Riseup Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riseup Community School?
80.2% of students at Riseup Community 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.3%
- Phone
- (303) 292-1018
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
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
- District Rank
- #162 of 196
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