Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Downtown Denver Expeditionary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downtown Denver Expeditionary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- https://ddeschool.org/overview/
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Denver Expeditionary School's ranking?
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School is ranked #591 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Downtown Denver Expeditionary School often compared to?
Downtown Denver Expeditionary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown International Academy, Stedman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Downtown Denver Expeditionary School?
243 students attend Downtown Denver Expeditionary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Downtown Denver Expeditionary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downtown Denver Expeditionary School?
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Downtown Denver Expeditionary School offer ?
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Downtown Denver Expeditionary School part of?
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Downtown Denver Expeditionary School located?
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School is located in the North Capitol Hill neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Capitol Hill.
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