Montbello High School is a high school located in Denver, Colorado, United States in the Denver Public Schools system. It is located in the Montbello neighborhood on the northeast side of Denver. The school opened in fall 1980, the first graduating class being the class of 1981.
Serving 1,112 students in grades 9-12, Montbello High 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 7% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montbello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Montbello High School's student population of 1,112 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Motto
Honor, Truth, Dignity
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Montbello High 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 Montbello High School is 0.43, 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
#1713 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
74%
37%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
49%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montbello High School's ranking?
Montbello High School is ranked #1713 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Montbello High School often compared to?
Montbello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Northeast Denver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montbello High School?
The graduation rate of Montbello High School is 70%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Montbello High School?
1,112 students attend Montbello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Montbello High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montbello High School?
Montbello High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montbello High School offer ?
Montbello High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montbello High School part of?
Montbello High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Montbello High School located?
Montbello High School is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Montbello.
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