Serving 209 students in grades 9-12, Colorado High School Charter - Ges ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colorado High School Charter - Ges ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Colorado High School Charter - Ges's student population of 209 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Colorado High School Charter - Ges ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colorado High School Charter - Ges is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
67%
37%
Black
24%
5%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado High School Charter - Ges's ranking?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colorado High School Charter - Ges?
The graduation rate of Colorado High School Charter - Ges is 15-19%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Colorado High School Charter - Ges?
209 students attend Colorado High School Charter - Ges.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Colorado High School Charter - Ges students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colorado High School Charter - Ges?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Colorado High School Charter - Ges offer ?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colorado High School Charter - Ges part of?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Colorado High School Charter - Ges located?
Colorado High School Charter - Ges is located in the Elyria Swansea neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Elyria Swansea.
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