Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Denison Montessori School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denison Montessori School's student population of 364 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denison Montessori School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denison Montessori School is 0.58, 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
#978 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
30%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denison Montessori School's ranking?
Denison Montessori School is ranked #978 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Denison Montessori School often compared to?
Denison Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles M. Schenck (Cms) Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Denison Montessori School?
364 students attend Denison Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Denison Montessori School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denison Montessori School?
Denison Montessori School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denison Montessori School offer ?
Denison Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denison Montessori School part of?
Denison Montessori School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Denison Montessori School located?
Denison Montessori School is located in the Mar Lee neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Mar Lee.
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