Serving 89 students in grades 9-12, Compassion Road 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compassion Road Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Compassion Road Academy's student population of 89 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Compassion Road Academy is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
61%
36%
Black
17%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Compassion Road Academy often compared to?
Compassion Road Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pomona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compassion Road Academy?
The graduation rate of Compassion Road Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Compassion Road Academy?
89 students attend Compassion Road Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Compassion Road Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Compassion Road Academy?
Compassion Road Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Compassion Road Academy offer ?
Compassion Road Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Compassion Road Academy part of?
Compassion Road Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Compassion Road Academy located?
Compassion Road Academy is located in the Civic Center neighborhood of Denver, CO.
School Reviews
Review Compassion Road Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles

The 15 Biggest Failures of the American Public Education System
The world is in a constant state of change and those who fail to adjust fall behind. Unfortunately, the American public education system has not kept up with the times and is currently facing a number of serious problems. Keep reading to learn about the biggest failures affecting the modern U.S. public education system as well as some of the trends that could spark change.

Florida Governor Calls for More Funding for State鈥檚 Public School System
Florida Governor Rick Scott has introduced a state budget for next year that pumps one billion more dollars into the public school system. We鈥檒l look at his reasons for the increase and the responses to the proposal.

Can Your Child鈥檚 School Meet the National Standards?
The article discusses the challenges public schools face in meeting national educational standards. It examines current performance trends, identifies key issues affecting student achievement, and explores potential solutions for improving academic outcomes across U.S. public schools.