Serving 158 students in grades 9-12, Montbello Career And Technical High School 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 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montbello Career And Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Montbello Career And Technical High School's student population of 158 students has grown by 132% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montbello Career And Technical High School 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 Montbello Career And Technical High School is 0.51, 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)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
68%
37%
Black
17%
5%
White
5%
49%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montbello Career And Technical High School's ranking?
Montbello Career And Technical High School 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 Montbello Career And Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Montbello Career And Technical High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Montbello Career And Technical High School?
158 students attend Montbello Career And Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Montbello Career And Technical High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montbello Career And Technical High School?
Montbello Career And Technical High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montbello Career And Technical High School offer ?
Montbello Career And Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montbello Career And Technical High School part of?
Montbello Career And Technical High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Montbello Career And Technical High School located?
Montbello Career And Technical High School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 39 other public schools located in Northeast.
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