Serving 99 students in grades 9-12, Respect Academy 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 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (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
Respect Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Respect Academy's student population of 99 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
Success Happens Here
School Rankings
Respect Academy 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 Respect Academy is 0.13, 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
14:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
93%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Respect Academy's ranking?
Respect Academy 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 Respect Academy?
The graduation rate of Respect Academy is 60-64%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Respect Academy?
99 students attend Respect Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Respect Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Respect Academy?
Respect Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Respect Academy offer ?
Respect Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Respect Academy part of?
Respect Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Respect Academy located?
Respect Academy is located in the Harvey Park neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in Harvey Park.
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