Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School's student population of 452 students has grown by 191% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 158% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School is 0.47, which is less 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
#1345 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
70%
36%
Black
20%
5%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
57%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
18%
6%
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 Elevate Northeast Middle School's ranking?
Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School is ranked #1345 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School?
452 students attend Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School?
Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School offer ?
Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School part of?
Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School located?
Dsst Elevate Northeast Middle School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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