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#146 of 188 private schools in CO

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School

High School

1555 STUART ST, Denver, CO 80204

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CO statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

64

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Denver

#29 of 36

public schools

Colorado high schools

#17 of 24

About Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School serves 64 students in grades 9-12 in Denver, Colorado, offering an intimate educational environment with a remarkable 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. With just 7 full-time equivalent teachers, this small high school provides personalized attention that many larger schools cannot match. The school has earned an impressive 8.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #18 out of 188 high schools statewide, placing it in the 91st percentile among Colorado schools.

This strong performance reflects the benefits of its close-knit academic community where students can develop meaningful relationships with their teachers and receive individualized support. Located on Stuart Street in Denver's 80204 ZIP code, the school sits in a diverse urban neighborhood where nearly half the residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The area has a median household income of $74,993 and median home values of $515,600, though it also serves families across the economic spectrum with a 20.3% poverty rate among the ZIP code's 34,534 residents.

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School provides families seeking a small, high-performing school option in Denver's dynamic urban landscape, where students can benefit from both personalized education and the cultural richness of a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 64 students, Yeshiva Toras Chaim High 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 9.1:1, Yeshiva Toras Chaim High 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, Yeshiva Toras Chaim High 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School compares to 61 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
13.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
64
This School
vs
515
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School Denver Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School (this school) 5.5
Career Education Center Early College 5.8
North High School Engagement Center 7.2
North High School 8.2
AUL Denver 6.2
Colorado High School Charter 7.5
Florence Crittenton High School 6.2
West High School 4.7
Girls Athletic Leadership School High School 7.8
Compassion Road Academy 6.0
Denver Center for International Studies 5.9
KIPP Denver Collegiate High School 6.9
Denver Online 3.1
Denver Montessori Junior/Senior High School 5.6
Emily Griffith High School 5.6
RiseUp Community School 6.2
Contemporary Learning Academy 8.5
Denver Justice High School 7.4
Rocky Mountain Prep SMART 4.8
Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design 6.6
5280 High School 7.3

Showing 20 of 61 schools. View all schools in Denver

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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School Day Length 10.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,785
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 64
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1555 STUART ST, Denver, CO 80204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North High School Engagement Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETH JACOB HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Colfax Elementary School Denver 0.1 mi 7.2
Lake Middle School Denver 0.5 mi 7.6
BETH JACOB HIGH SCHOOL Denver 0.5 mi 7.1
Cowell Elementary School Denver 0.7 mi 3.6
HEARTLAND ACADEMY DENVER Denver 0.7 mi
Cheltenham Elementary School Denver 0.7 mi 4.4
Brown International Academy Denver 1.0 mi 8.5
Edgewater Elementary School Edgewater 1.0 mi 7.6
TENNYSON CENTER FOR CHILDREN AT CCH Denver 1.2 mi 7.3
Eagleton Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 4.5
ESCUELA DE GUADALUPE Denver 1.2 mi 5.6
Newlon Elementary School Denver 1.4 mi 5.8
Edison Elementary School Denver 1.6 mi 8.9
Career Education Center Early College Denver 1.4 mi 5.8
Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley Denver 1.9 mi 8.6
North High School Engagement Center Denver 1.7 mi 7.2
Barnum Elementary School Denver 1.8 mi 3.5
North High School Denver 1.7 mi 8.2
Lumberg Elementary School Edgewater 1.6 mi 4.5
Valdez Elementary School Denver 1.8 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,265

Median Home Value

$579,900

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Population

35,518

College Educated

50.5%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

32.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School has a median household income of $79,265. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $579,900, with a median rent of $1,724/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School

What grades does Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School serve?

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School?

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School rank in CO?

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School is ranked #146 out of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School a private school?

Yes, Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School a religious school?

Yeshiva Toras Chaim High School has a Jewish 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
9th – 12th
Enrollment
64
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
10.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large City
County
DENVER
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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