Serving 548 students in grades 9-12, Dsst Cedar High School ranks in the top 10% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dsst Cedar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Dsst Cedar High School's student population of 548 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Dsst Cedar High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dsst Cedar High School is 0.72, 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
#143 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
24%
5%
White
33%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
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 is Dsst Cedar High School's ranking?
Dsst Cedar High School is ranked #143 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Dsst Cedar High School often compared to?
Dsst Cedar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dsst Montview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dsst Cedar High School?
The graduation rate of Dsst Cedar High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Dsst Cedar High School?
548 students attend Dsst Cedar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Dsst Cedar High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dsst Cedar High School?
Dsst Cedar High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dsst Cedar High School offer ?
Dsst Cedar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dsst Cedar High School part of?
Dsst Cedar High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Dsst Cedar High School located?
Dsst Cedar High School is located in the Speer neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Speer.
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